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Rensselaer Catalog 2015-2016 [Archived Catalog]

PHYS 4210 - Electromagnetic Theory

Field theory of electricity and magnetism with emphasis on solving boundary value problems. Dielectric and magnetic materials. Maxwell’s equations and wave propagation with applications to optics. Relativistic electrodynamics.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: PHYS 2220 and MATH 4600.

When Offered: Spring term annually.



Credit Hours: 4