PHYS 405T Electromagnetic Theory (Not offered 2006-2007; to be offered 2007-2008) (Q)
We will review Maxwell's equations and use them to study a range of
topics-electric fields and matter, magnetic materials, light,
radiation-exploring phenomena and seeking to gain an intuitive
understanding. We will also learn some useful approximation techniques and
some beautiful mathematical tools.
The class will meet as a whole once per week for an hour lecture on new
material and to discuss questions on the readings. Each week a second tutorial
meeting with the instructor will be scheduled; here, students will take turns
working problems on the chalkboard. Written solutions to problems will be due
a few days after the tutorial meeting.
Format: tutorial, 1&1/4 hours per week; lecture, one hour per week. Evaluation
will be based on weekly problem sets, tutorial participation, presentations, and a
final exam or final project, all of which have a substantial quantitative
component.
Prerequisites: Physics 202 and Physics 210 or Mathematics 210. Enrollment
limit: 20 (expected: 10).