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ECSE 2100 - Fields and Waves I


Development and application of Maxwell’s equations in free space and within materials. Introduction to vector calculus and computer-aided analysis and design methods in electromagnetics. Applications include calculation of lumped circuit elements from field theory, plane wave propagation in various materials, and reflection from boundaries. Transmission line concepts, Smith charts, and other design tools for distributed circuits.

Prerequisite: ECSE 2010  and (MATH 2010  or (MATH 2011  and MATH 2012 )) and (PHYS 1200  or PHYS 1250 ).

When Offered: OFFERED YEARLY

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 4

Contact, Lecture or Lab Hours: 6 contact hours