Run by School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

20.000 Credits or 10.000 ECTS Credits

Semester 1

Organiser: Dr Liyang Yue

To introduce electromagnetics and the necessary vector calculus required to appreciate the subject. To derive the electromagnetic wave equation and solve one-dimensional problems. To apply to interfaces

• Vectors: Concept and definition. Addition, subtraction, components. Vector multiplication: dot and cross products. Volume integral (scalar), line integral (vector). Differentiation of vectors: Div, Grad and Curl. Triple scalar and vector products. Stoke’s theorem and Divergence theorem.

• Charge and electric flux: force on a charge, Gauss’ law. Capacitance. Electrostatic force and energy storage. Magnetic field and flux. Lorentz force. Ampere’s Law. Biot-Savart Law. Faraday’s and Lenz’s law. Inductance.

• E-M waves and Maxwell’s equations. Displacement current and continuity equation

• Solve and apply the E-M waves equations to interface problems

good

60% - Can consistently apply the theory to standard problems

threshold

40% - basic knowledge and understanding with the occasional minor error

excellent

70% - Can apply the theory to more challenging problems

1. Able to use Vector Calculus

2. Understand how a unified theory - Electromagnetism was developed and understand the implications and applications of this theory.

3. Have a basic understanding of Electricity and Magnetics and how to apply and solve problems using this theoretical framework.

Type	Name	Description	Weight
	Final Examination		60.00
	Mathematical exercise on the fundamentals of Vector Calculus		20.00
	Mathematical exercises that test ability to solve standard EM problems		20.00

		Hours
Lecture	36 lectures spread over two semesters	34
Private study	Review of notes from class Formative assessment exercises Revision and past papers Review of blackboard resources Review of course text and recommended reading	160
Tutorial	Tutorial session based around problem sheets and sample answers	6

• Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
• Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
• Computer Literacy - Proficiency in using a varied range of computer software
• Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
• Information retrieval - Able to access different and multiple sources of information
• Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
• Mentoring - Able to support, help, guide, inspire and/or coach others
• Self-awareness & Reflectivity - Having an awareness of your own strengths, weaknesses, aims and objectives. Able to regularly review, evaluate and reflect upon the performance of yourself and others

• Identify emerging technologies and technology trends;
• Apply underpinning concepts and ideas of engineering;
• Apply knowledge and understanding of the specialist cognate area of electronic engineering in an international context;
• Assess and choose optimal methods and approaches for the specification, design, implementation and evaluation of engineering solutions, especially ones that include embedded microprocessors
• Formulate and analyse requirements and practical constraints of products, processes and services, place them in an engineering context and manage their implementation;
• Solve problems logically and systematically;
• Access and synthesize information and literature sources;
• Analyse and display data using appropriate methods and mathematical techniques;
• Demonstrate familiarity with relevant subject specific and general computer software packages.
• Demonstrate an awareness of current advances and contemporary approaches in the discipline and have strategies for keeping that awareness current;
• Knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts, principles & theories
• Use of such knowledge in modelling and design
• Problem solving strategies
• Deploy theory in design, implementation and evaluation of systems
• Development of general transferable skills
• Knowledge and/or understanding of appropriate scientific and engineering principles
• Knowledge and understanding of mathematical principles
• Knowledge and understanding of computational modelling
• Principles of appropriate supporting engineering and scientific disciplines

Resource implications for students

Recommended, but not essential that they purchase the recommended textbook

Talis Reading list

http://readinglists.bangor.ac.uk/modules/ice-3302.html

Reading list

A Students Guide to Maxwell’s Equations Daniel Fleisch Cambridge Press ISBN: 978-0-521-70147-1

Schaum’s Outline of Vector Analysis Murray R Spiegal and Seymour Lipschutz McGraw-Hill ISBN: 978-0071615457

Introduction to Electrodynamics (4th Ed) David J. Griffiths Pearson ISBN: 978-1-29202-143-3

Compulsory in courses:

• H610: BENG Electronic Engineering (3 yrs) year 3 (BENG/ELE)
• H62B: BEng Electronic Engineering (4yr with Incorp Foundation) year 3 (BENG/ELE1)
• H61F: BEng Electronic Engineering year 3 (BENG/ELEF)
• H621: BEng Electronic Engineering with International Experience year 4 (BENG/ELEIE)
• H611: BSc Electronic Engineering year 3 (BSC/ELE)
• H63B: BSc Electronic Engineering (4yr with Incorp Foundation) year 3 (BSC/ELE1)
• H622: BSc Electronic Engineering with International Experience year 4 (BSC/ELEIE)
• H601: MEng Electronic Engineering (4 yrs) year 3 (MENG/EE)

Optional in courses:

• H6W3: BSc Electronic Engineering and Music year 3 (BSC/EEM)