Elements of physics: electromagnetism

Duration

15h Th, 20h Pr, 10h Labo.

Number of credits

Lecturer

Matthieu Verstraete

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

Teaching in the second semester

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

This course aims to give students an understanding of the fundamental laws which govern the physical phenomena which surround us, and to understand the laws of electromagnetism, which describe the behavior of matter and systems (in particular in electronics) which computer scientists will use in their future studies.

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

One central outcome is to learn to model processes in a mathematical, algorithmic, and efficient manner.
The second step is to solve problems by reasoning either in a

• reductionnist (e.g. division of a system into components and integration of the equations of motion) or
• global fashion (using conservation laws, e.g. of energy).

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

Basic mathematics, including trigonometry, vectors, projections and geometry... Refreshers are organized during classes.
The only prerequisite course module is mechanics PHYS3027.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

20 hours of practical sessions divided between:

• 8 sessions of lab work on electromagnetism
• 4 sessions of problem questions on mechanics and electromagnetism

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

All courses and problem sessions are in face-to-face format.
Information concerning the organization of the lectures and practical sessions will be communicated through myULiège and the web site of the Faculty of Applied Sciences.

Organisational adjustments related to the current health context

If the session is in person (most probable scenario for June 2021), the exam will follow the habitual format: written exam of maximum 3 hours, with an extended theory question and exercise questions to solve (similar to those in practical sessions).
If the session is remote, the exam will be held online via the e-campus platform, in the form of multiple choice or numerical single answer questions, or of longer questions to be solved in writing, then photographed and uploaded on the exam web site. Students should acquaint themselves with the platform and mechanisms, in particular through practice multiple choice and practice exams which can be orgnianized before the session.
In any event there will not be an exam on the Labs, which were not held

Recommended or required readings

All slides for ex cathedra classes are on MyULiège.
Reference textbook: Kane&Sternheim Physique (1986) Dunod ed. ISBN 2 10 007169 6
French translation by Ph. Ghosez, M. Hoebeke, et G. Llabres
Other references: * Physics Eugene Hecht ISBN-10: 2744500186
* University Physics, Harris Benson ISBN-10: 0471006890
* Fundamentals of Physics, Halliday & Resnick ISBN-10: 0470469110

Assessment methods and criteria

Below you will find information on the evaluation methods planned for in-person and remote exams as well as those planned for hybrid sessions. Depending on how the health crisis evolves, the chosen method will be communicated to you no later than one month before the start of the exam session.

June: A written examination on electromagnetism with:

• open questions
• exercises

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

Contacts

Matthieu Verstraete Université de Liège Département de Physique, Bât. B5a, 3/07 Allée du 6 Août, 19 B- 4000 Sart Tilman, Liège Belgium
Tél : +32 4 366 90 17 Mail : matthieu.verstraete@uliege.be
Teaching assistant: Fabio Ricci Tél : +32 4 366 36 36 Mail: fabio.ricci@uliege.be

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