In addition, this work or a related area may be chosen as the subject for the senior thesis. Experiments are controlled, and data is collected and analyzed by microcomputer. An X-ray diffractometer is used to analyze the atomic structure of experimental samples. A machine shop and other departmental equipment support the research. An essential study of electric and magnetic phenomena, with emphasis on the fields in vacuo and in materials.
Vector calculus is introduced and then applied throughout.
Electrostatics and magnetostatics are developed, with emphasis on Gauss' and Ampere's laws. Induced EMF's and Maxwell's equations conclude this basic course. Required in the field of concentration. Spring, odd-numbered years. 506 Electrodynamics 3 hours Applications of Maxwell's equations to numerous practical situations in electrodynamics, including electromagnetic waves and radiation.