Course Specifications of Classical Electrodynamics Masters in Engineering Physics

University: Cairo Department: Engineering Math and Engineering Physics

Faculty: Engineering

Affiliation
Relevant program(s): Masters Program in Engineering Physics Department offering the program: Engineering Math and Eng Physics Department offering the course: Engineering Math and Engineering Physics Academic year / Level: First Year Graduate Masters of Engineering Physics 2nd, semester. Date of specifications approval: 2011

Basic Information
Title: Classical Electrodynamics Code: PHY Academic Year / Level: 1st Year Graduate/2nd, semester Credit Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 3

Professional Information 1. Course Objectives:

1. Deepen the understanding of the basic laws of classical electrodynamics. 2. Address problems of greater generality than those addressed in the undergraduate curriculum. 3. Develop a higher facility in using advanced mathematical techniques, e.g. various mathematical techniques for the solution of boundary value problems, through the application of such techniques in the field of classical electrodynamics. 4. Develop the problem-solving skills, especially in tackling problems new to the student. 5. Develop the ability of independent thinking. 6. Complete the scope of classical physics. 7. Develop the student ability to use various scientific resources to learn a certain topic.

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Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) (see Appendix II for the relation to the
NARS) After passing the course, the student should have the ability to do the following:

Knowledge and Understanding

1 Express the physical laws of electrodynamics in advanced compact mathematical form; i.e. Maxwells equations.

Intellectual Skills
1 Deal with vector analysis with great facility. Use various mathematical techniques to solve boundary value problems of greater generality in electrostatics. 3 Use various mathematical techniques to solve boundary value problems of greater generality in magnetostatics. 4 Apply Faradays law 5 Derive the wave equation from Maxwells equations. 6 Find solutions for the wave equation.

7 Solve boundary value problems in other fields of physics by analogy with those in electrodynamics. 8 Use various techniques for antenna design.

General and Transferable Skills 1. Use scientific methodology and modern instructional technology and resources, including various aspects of IT, to learn and present other topics in physics through self-teaching/learning.

3. Course Contents:
Unit 1: Review of Some Mathematical Tools (Vector Calculus and Dirac delta Function): Unit 2: Introduction to Electrostatics: Coulomb's law; electric field; Gauss' law; differential form of Gauss' law; another equation of electrostatics and the scalar potential; surface distributions of charges and dipoles and discontinuities in the electric field and potential; Poisson and Laplace equations; Green's theorem; uniqueness of the solution with Dirichlet or Neumann boundary conditions; formal solution of electrostatic boundary-value problem with Green function; electrostatic potential energy and energy density; capacitance. Unit 3: Boundary-Value Problem in Electrostatics I: Method of images; point charge in the presence of a grounded conducting sphere; point charge in the presence of a charged, insulated conducting sphere; point charge near a conducting sphere at fixed potential; conducting sphere in a uniform electric field by method of images; Green function for the sphere; general solution for the potential; conducting sphere with hemispheres at different potentials; orthogonal functions and expansions; separation of variables; Laplace equation in rectangular coordinates; a two-dimensional potential problem; summation of Fourier series. Unit 4: Boundary-Value Problem in Electrostatics II: Laplace equation in spherical coordinates; Legendre equation and Legendre polynomials; boundary-value problems with azimuthal symmetry; associated Legendre functions and the spherical harmonics; addition theorem for spherical harmonics; Laplace equation in cylindrical coordinates; Bessel functions; boundary-value problems in cylindrical coordinates; expansion of Green functions in spherical coordinates; solution of potential problems with the spherical Green function expansion; expansion of Green functions in cylindrical coordinates; eigenfunction expansions for Green functions; mixed boundary conditions; conducting plane with circular hole. Unit 5: Multipoles, Electrostatics of Macroscopic Media: Multipole expansion; multipole expansion of the energy of a charge distribution in an external field; elementary treatment of electrostatics with ponderable media; boundary-value problems with dielectrics; molecular polarizability and electric susceptibility; models for electric polarizability; electrostatic energy in dielectric media. Unit 6: Magnetostatics, Faradays Law, Quasi-Static Fields: Introduction and definitions; Biot and Savart law differential equations of magnetostatics and Ampere's law; vector potential; vector potential and magnetic induction for a circular current Loop; magnetic fields of a localized current distribution, magnetic moment; force and torque on and energy of a localized current distribution in an external magnetic induction; macroscopic equations, boundary conditions on B and H; methods of solving boundary-value problems in magnetostatics; uniformly magnetized sphere; magnetized sphere in an external field; permanent magnets; magnetic shielding; spherical shell of permeable material in a uniform field; effect of a circular hole in a perfectly conducting plane with an asymptotically uniform tangential magnetic field on one side; Faraday's law of induction; energy in the magnetic field; energy and self- and mutual inductances; quasi-static magnetic fields in conductors; eddy currents; magnetic diffusion. Unit 7: Maxwell Equations and Conservation Laws Maxwells displacement current- Vector and scalar potentials- Gauge transformations- Greens functions for the wave equation and retarded solutions- Poynting theorem and conservation of

energy and momentum- transformations of electromagnetic fields- Magnetic monopoles and the Dirac quantization condition- The Hertzian potentials. Unit 8: Plane Electromagnetic Waves Plane waves in a nonconducting medium- Linear and circular polarization- Reflection and refraction at a planar interface between two dielectrics- Dispersion models of dielectrics, conductors and plasmas- Group velocity- Pulse propagation in dispersive media- Kramers-Kronig causality relations. Unit 9: Antenna Design

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Teaching and Learning Methods Lectures (including solved examples). The lecture material is delivered using power point presentations. Student Assessment Methods Final written exam to assess knowledge & understanding of subjects and ability Mid-term exam Assignments to apply relevant physical laws and models. to assess knowledge & understanding of subjects and ability to apply relevant physical laws and models. to assess ability to solve problems and ability to write a term paper. Assessment Schedule Assessment 1: Regular Assignments Assessment 2: Mid-term Exam Assessment 3: Final Exam

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Week: 8. End of Term

Weighting of Assessment: 1. Assignments and classroom interaction: 20%. 2. Mid-Term Exam: 10%. 3. Final Exam: 70%.
6. Teaching Resources: 1) Printed Material 1. Textbook: Title: Classical Electrodynamics Author: John David Jackson Edition: Third Publisher: John Wiley 2. References: 1. Greiner, W. Classical Electrodynamics, Springer 1998. 2. Plonsey, R. and Collin, R.E. "Principles and Applications of Electromagnetic Fields", McGraw Hill 1961. This is a good general text on electromagnetic fields. 3. Bleaney, B.I. & Bleaney, B. "Electricity and Magnetism", 3rd ed. Oxford U.K. 1983. A very readable book ranging over circuit theory,electronics,electrical

properties of matter and of course field theory. 4. Stratton, J.A. "Electromagnetic Theory", McGraw Hill, 1941. This is a very comprehensive reference on electromagnetic theory, particularly as applied to macroscopic systems.

2) Software: 1. Lecture Material Presentations (to be supplied by the professor on topic-by-topic basis). 2. Various electronic presentations available on the web. 3. Animations available on the web.

Course Coordinator: Professor Salah Elnahwy Email: [email protected] 8. Office Hours: 9 am 2 pm Sunday and Tuesday or by appointment.
7. 9. Head of Department: Prof. Ahmed Abu Elsaood Date: Spring 2011

Appendix I NARS

Knowledge and Understanding

The graduates of the engineering programs should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of: 5

1. Concepts and theories of mathematics and sciences, appropriate to the discipline. 2. Basics of information and communication technology (ICT) 3. Characteristics of engineering materials related to the discipline. 4. Principles of design including elements design, process and/or a system related to specific disciplines. 5. Methodologies of solving engineering problems, data collection and interpretation. 6. Quality assurance systems, codes of practice and standards, health and safety requirements and environmental issues. 7. Business and management principles relevant to engineering. 8. Current engineering technologies as related to disciplines. 9. Topics related to humanitarian interests and moral issues. 10. Technical language and report writing. 11. Professional ethics and socio-economical impacts of engineering solutions on society and environment. 12. Contemporary engineering topics.

Intellectual Skills
The graduates of the engineering programs should be able to: 1. Select appropriate mathematical and computer-based methods for modeling and analyzing problems. 2. Select appropriate solutions for engineering problems based on analytical thinking. 3. Think in creative and innovative way in problem solving and design. 4. Combine, exchange, and assess different ideas, views, and knowledge from a range of sources. 5. Assess and evaluate effectively the characteristics and performance of components, systems and processes. 6. Investigate the failure of components, systems and processes. 7. Solve engineering problems, often on the basis of limited and possibly contradicting information. 8. Select and appraise appropriate ICT tools to a variety of engineering problems. 9. Judge engineering decisions considering balanced costs, benefits, safety, quality, reliability, and environmental impact. 10. Incorporate economic, societal, environmental dimensions and risk management in design. 11. Analyze results of numerical models and appreciate their limitations. 12. Create systematic and methodic approach when dealing with new and advancing technology.

Practical and Professional Skills

The graduates of the engineering programs should be able to: 1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, information technology, design, business context and engineering practice to solve engineering problems 2. Professionally merge the engineering knowledge, understanding and feedback to improve design, products and/or services.

3. Create and/or re-design a process, component or system, and carry out specialized engineering designs. 4. Practice the neatness and aesthetics in design and approach. 5. Use computational facilities and techniques, measuring instruments, workshops and laboratories equipment to design experiments, collect, analyze and interpret results. 6. Use a wide range of analytical tools, techniques, equipment, and software packages pertaining to the discipline and develop required computer programs. 7. Apply numerical modeling methods to engineering problems. 8. Apply safe systems at work and observe the appropriate steps to manage risks. 9. Demonstrate basic organizational and project management skills. 10. Apply quality assurance procedures and follow codes an standards. 11. Exchange knowledge and skills to engineering community and industry. 12. Prepare and present technical reports.

General and Transferable Skills

The graduates of the engineering programs should be able to: 1. Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary team. 2. Work in stressful environment and within constraints. 3. Communicate effectively. 4. Demonstrate efficient IT capabilities. 5. Lead and motivate individuals. 6. Effectively manage tasks, time and resources. 7. Search for information and engage life-long self learning discipline. 8. Acquire entrepreneurial skills. 9. Refer to relevant literatures

Appendix II Relation of Course ILOs to NARS Knowledge and Understanding Course ILOs 1. Express the physical laws of electrodynamics in advanced compact mathematical form; i.e. Maxwells equations. NARS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Intellectual Skills
Course ILOs 1. Deal with vector analysis with great facility. 2. Use various mathematical techniques to solve boundary value problems of greater generality in electrostatics. 3. Use various mathematical techniques to solve boundary value problems of greater generality in magnetostatics. 4. Apply Faradays law 5. Derive the wave equation from Maxwells equations. 6. Find solutions for the wave equation. 7. Solve boundary value problems in other fields of physics by analogy with those in electrodynamics.
8. Use various techniques for antenna design.

NARS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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General and Transferable Skills

Course ILOs 1. Use scientific methodology and modern instructional technology and resources, including various aspects of IT, to learn and present other topics in physics through self-teaching/learning. NARS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9