PHYS2041 Introduction to Heat and Electromagnetism
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PHYS2041 Introduction to Heat and Electromagnetism

This is an introductory calculus-based course which discusses the basic principles of thermodynamics and electromagnetism. The course assumes students to have a good background of HKDSE Physics (or equivalent) and calculus. This course is a core course for physics majors. Topics include: the laws of thermodynamics and the kinetic theory of gases; Coulomb's law, electric field and potential, Gauss' law, capacitance and dielectrics, current and resistance, DC circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere's law, Faraday's law, inductance, AC circuits, Maxwell's equations and electromagnetic waves
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