Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Electromagnetic Theory I FIZ303 Turkish Compulsory 5. Semester 3 + 2 4.0 7.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Kadir GÖKŞEN
Instructor(s)
Goals Teaching fundamental conservation rules and ensuring the comprehension of the application of vector mathematics to electrostatic problems combining with functional concept.
Course Content Vector Algebra, Differential Calculus, Calculation with Integral ,Curvilinear Coordinates, The Dirac Delta Function, Theory of Vector Fields, Electric Field ,Divergence and Curl of Stagnant Electric Fields, Applications of Gauss’s Law, Electric Potential, Work and Energy in Static Electricity, Conductors, Laplace Equation, Methods of Images and Applications, Separation of Variables, Multipole Expansion, Polarization, Dielectrics, Electromagnetic Radiation
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
0 Showing the physical system with multi-notation, mathematicaly and graphically.
0 Comprehending how electrostatic charges stored.
0 Explaining the concepts of gradient, divergence and rotational.
0 Applying Gaussian and rotational theorems in electrostatic problems.
0 Solving the Laplace equation.
0 Applying the methods of images and use this methods for problem-solving.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Vector Algebra, Differential Calculus
2. Week Calculation with Integral ,Curvilinear Coordinates
3. Week The Dirac Delta Function, Theory of Vector Fields
4. Week Electric Field ,Divergence and Curl of Stagnant Electric Fields
5. Week Applications of Gauss’s Law
6. Week Electric Potential, Work and Energy in Static Electricity, Conductors
7. Week Laplace Equation
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM
9. Week Methods of Images and Applications
10. Week Separation of Variables
11. Week Multipole Expansion
12. Week Polarization
13. Week Dielectrics
14. Week Electromagnetic Radiation
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Retaining and administering the fundamentals of theoretical and experimental applications of Classical and Modern Physics.
2 Interpreting the encountered problems in accordance with the principles of physics and attaining the ability of problem solving.
3 Gaining the ability of establishing the connection between the theories and applications of physics.
4 Gaining the ability of following and interpreting physics literature.
5 Gaining the ability of analytical thinking by looking at the cases from physical perspective.
6 Utilizing the knowledge of other disciplines and using their approaches in physics.
7 Retaining the ability of gathering, comparing and analyzing physical data, and producing and presenting solution for it.
8 Attaining basics of following up to date physics literature and utilizing it through communicating with colleagues.
9 Setting theoretical model, solving problems related with the model, approaching the model experimentally and interpreting the obtained experimental data by analyzing.
10 Understanding the importance of life-long learning in physics which is open for new advances and staying in connection with life-long learning.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY5 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 3 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • • David K Cheng “Electromagnetic Field Theory”
  • • D J Griffiths, “Electromagnetic Theory”
  • • Pollack & Stump “Electromagnetic Theory”
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 5 70
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 14 2 28
Other Activities 14 3 42
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 2 3 6
Homework 2 2 3 6
Final 2 3 6
Total Workload 188
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 7.0