EE 3560 - Electromagnetics II

Prerequisite(s): EE 3510.
The study of electromagnetics continues with the introduction of Faraday’s law, linking a time varying magnetic field to a current (electromotive force) in a circuit placed in the field. Maxwell’s inclusion of displacement current into Amperes Law unifies the theories of electricity and magnetism into one set of concise equations–Maxwell’s equations that led Maxwell to postulate the existence of electro-magnetic waves. Wave propagation in conductors, free space and dielectrics is studied. Wave power transmission as described and quantified by the Poynting Vector is analyzed. Reflection and Transmission of Waves at boundaries of various dielectric materials is explored. This leads to the introduction of several areas of study in electromagnetic engineering, including wave-guides (emphasis on optical fiber), antennas, electromagnetic interference (EMI) and microwave engineering. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)