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Electrodynamics: An Introduction
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 13 hours
  • Course by Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
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The depth and breadth of electromagnetism, the foundation for many fields including materials science, electrical engineering, and physical chemistry, requires a long, steep, and steady learning curve. This course aims to bridge the gap between the fundamental principles taught in electromagnetism and its practical application to specific fields such as materials, physics, and chemistry related to energy storage and harvesting. The goal of Electrodynamics: An Introduction is to not only teach electromagnetism but also introduce some mathematical tools which can be used to solve problems in the subject. Within these lecture notes, we review vector calculus and explain how to use fields to visualize the topics we cover. This course is dynamic, as the lectures continuously build on previous notes and a variety of explanations are presented for each solution. Since this is a lower level course, we will focus on the simple concept of electrostatics. This has applications in exploring intermolecular forces, and qualities of capacitors. Through this, we relate electromagnetism to more conventionally studied topics and its application to specific research topics related to energy storage and harvesting.

Modules

Intro

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  • Introduction

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  • Values of physical constants

Introduction to Electromagnetism and Electrodynamic Equations

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • 1-1 Introduction to Electromagnetism
  • 1-2 Introduction to Electrodynamic Equations

1 Readings

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Week 1 Quiz

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Scalars, Vectors and the ∇ Operator

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  • 2-1 Scalars and Vectors
  • 2-2 Applying the ∇ Operator

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Week 2 Quiz

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Gauss' Theorem, Flow, and Circulation

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  • 3-1 Deriving Gauss' Theorem
  • 3-2 Flow and Circulation

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Week 3 Quiz

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Electrostatics and Flux of Electric Potential

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • 4-1 Electrostatics and Electric Potential
  • 4-2 The Flux of an Electric Potential

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Week 4 Quiz

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Electrostatic Fields and Shielding

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • 5-1 Electrostatic Fields
  • 5-2 Fields Inside of Shells

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Week 5 Quiz

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Conclusion

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"Electrodynamics: An Introduction" is a dynamic and comprehensive course offered by Coursera, designed to bridge the gap between fundamental principles of electromagnetism and their practical applications in various fields such as materials science, electrical engineering, and physical chemistry. This course is particularly beneficial for those interested in energy storage and harvesting. Guided by expert instruction, learners will delve into electromagnetism, with a special focus on electrostatics, exploring its relevance to intermolecular forces and capacitor properties. The course also introduces essential mathematical tools and vector calculus techniques, helping students visualize and solve complex problems. Spanning approximately 780 hours, this professional-level course provides a thorough and steadily progressing learning experience. Subscription options include Starter and Professional plans, catering to a wide range of learners from beginners to advanced professionals. Ideal for those in science and engineering domains, this course offers valuable insights and practical knowledge to enhance your understanding and application of electromagnetism in various research and industry contexts.

Seungbum Hong
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Seungbum Hong