Description

Theory
2

Laboratory
2

Instructors

José Teixeira Puga

Contents

- A Historical perspective of electromagnetism
- The Maxwell equations in differential form and in the integral form
- Coulomb's forces and electric field
- Gauss' law and electric flux
- Divergence and the Divergence Theorem
- Energy and electric potential of electrical charges
- Dielectrics materials and capacity
- The electric capacitor
40%
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- Magnetic properties of materials
- Current, current density and conductors
- The Laplace's equation and the Poisson's equation
- Coefficient of self-induction
- Ampere's law and the magnetic field
30%
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- Faraday's law and Lenz's law
- Inductance and magnetic circuits
- Displacement current
- Force in magnetic fields
- The electric arc and its mitigation
- The electrical transformer
- Machines direct-current (DC)
30%

Learning Outcomes

The goal of this course is to provide students with skills in the field of electromagnetism necessary for progression of undergraduate and graduate studies in the upper or the like levels. The student will acquire skills for individual experiments and theoretical analysis as well, should develop a critical sense with regard to matters in the course's scope.
The student will understand Maxwell's equations based on the laws of electromagnetism. In particular, Gauss's law applied to the electric field and magnetic field, Faraday's law and Ampere should be understood as the laws of Maxwell. Must understand the Poisson equation and Laplace as deducible from Maxwell laws. Must acquire knowledge of the materials used in electrical equipment and have knowledge of their electromagnetic characteristics. Must understand the application of the fundamentals of electromagnetism equipment and components based electromagnetic. Particular application to processors, the engines, electric generators, capacitors and inductors. Finally, the student understands the origins of magnetic compatibility problems and ways to mitigate them.