General Physics 2
- Professors:
- Maccone Lorenzo
- Year:
- 2017/2018
- Course code:
- 502228
- ECTS:
- 9
- SSD:
- FIS/01
- DM:
- 270/04
- Lessons:
- 72
- Period:
- I semester
- Language:
- Italian
Objectives
Theory of classical electrodynamics (description of electromagnetic phenomena in vacuum and in materials) and theory of special relativity, including relativistic electrodynamics. The two theories (electrodynamics and relativity) are presented with an axiomatic approach that emphasizes the inductive/deductive approach of physics. The comprehension of physical phenomena will be encouraged, rather than the mere memorization of formulas and concepts.
Teaching methods
The lectures are blackboard-based (no powerpoint). Interactions (questions, observations and feedback) are encouraged.
Examination
Oral examination.
Prerequisites
Fundamental concepts of Physics, such as force, energy, power, etc. Vectorial and matrix calculus. Integral calculus in multiple dimensions.
Syllabus
1. Introduction to the course: the formal structure of physical theories.
2. Electrostatics in the vacuum and in the presence of material bodies.
3. Magnetostatics in the vacuum and in the presence of material bodies.
4. Electrodynamics.
5. Electromagnetic waves.
6. Special relativity and relativistic electrodynamics.
7. Introduction to electrical circuits.
8. Electrodynamics by differential forms.
2. Electrostatics in the vacuum and in the presence of material bodies.
3. Magnetostatics in the vacuum and in the presence of material bodies.
4. Electrodynamics.
5. Electromagnetic waves.
6. Special relativity and relativistic electrodynamics.
7. Introduction to electrical circuits.
8. Electrodynamics by differential forms.
Bibliography
Textbook: Griffiths, "Introduction to Electrodynamics", Pearson Ed.
Mencuccini, Silvestrini, "Fisica II", Liguori Editore (relativity is missing)
Mazzoldi, Nigro, Voci, "Fisica Volume 2", Seconda Edizione Edises (not to be confused with "Elementi di Fisica, elettromagnetismo e onde" by the same Authors which is not recommended).
Mencuccini, Silvestrini, "Fisica II", Liguori Editore (relativity is missing)
Mazzoldi, Nigro, Voci, "Fisica Volume 2", Seconda Edizione Edises (not to be confused with "Elementi di Fisica, elettromagnetismo e onde" by the same Authors which is not recommended).
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