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Rensselaer Catalog 2024-2025 [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 2210  

When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually.

Credit Hours: 4