Electromagnetic Field Theory I

Course Details

Course Number: 3323  Section Number: 101

Fall 2010

Location: McCoy Engineering Hall

Classroom Number: 203

Days & Times:

Lecture:  11:00 -11:50 AM MWF

Course Attachments

Textbooks

Classical Electrodynamics, 2nd Edition
Author: H.C. Ohanian
  ISBN: 0-9778582-7-8
MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Richard Fleming   
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Course Objectives

PHYS 3323 is the first part of a two-semester, upper-division, mathematically rigorous course in electromagnetic theory.   Topics include vector calculus, electrostatics, boundary-value problems, dielectrics, electric energy, the Special Theory of Relativity, and vector calculus in spacetime.

Advanced courses in electromagnetic theory offer the student the opportunity to develop and polish his mathematical skills and to increase his/her understanding of the physical world at a more sophisticated level.


Course Expectations

Grading in this course will be based on written assignments, classroom presentations, and a final in-class examination.

You will find this class to be as rigorous and demanding as any you have  taken.  You must not get behind as there will be no time for sloughing-off.  You must be trenchant and unwavering in your quest to master this material.


Grading Standards

A = Excellent

B = Good

C = Average

D = Passing

F = Unsatisfactory


Final Exam12/6/2010  10:30 AM

Submission Format Policy

All assignments submitted for grading must be neatly presented.  Illegible, disjoint work will be evaluated with marked skepticism. You must show your procedure clearly.  Do not write small in an attempt to conserve paper or pencil lead.

Please write on only one side of each page and begin each problem on a separate page.

Kindly do not submit assignments on paper snatched from a spiral binder/notebook.



Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

Assignments must be submitted on time in order for full credit to be awarded.  Late work may be accepted for reduced credit in some cases.


Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Egregious tardiness and absenteeism, especially in a course as demanding as this one, reflects poorly on the student's motivation and will almost certainly lead to a reduced understanding of the material covered in this course.  This will probably render the material to be covered in PHYS 4323 beyond the grasp of the slothful student.


Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.