Physics 2

By the end of this course the student will have acquired basic knowledge on fundamental concepts of: 1. Electromagnetism: Electric fields, Gauss law, Electric potential, dielectrics, current-resistance, Ohms law, circuits of continuum current, magnetic fields, Faraday's law, inductance, alternating current circuits, electromagnetic waves. and 2. Optics: Nature of light, geometrical optics, interference and diffraction of light.

Objectives

By the end of this course the student will have developed the following skills: Ability to learn and understand fundamental concepts of electromagnetism and optics. Ability to use this knowledge and solve complicated physical problems. Ability to deal with unknown problems and solve them. Ability to collaborate with others for the solution of scientifically oriented problems

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisite courses.

Syllabus

1. Electric fields 2. Gauss law 3. Electric potential 4. Capacity and dielectrics 5. Current and resistance 6. Circuits of continuum current 7. Magnetic fields 8. Sources of magnetic fields 9. Faraday's law 10. Inductance 11. Alternating current circuits 12. Electromagnetic waves