PHY 356 - Theory of Electromagnetic Radiation

Institution:

CUNY College of Staten Island

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Description:

(Also ENS 356) 4 hours; 4 credits This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the way in which electromagnetic waves are produced, propagated, scattered, and absorbed. Building on the knowledge obtained from an introductory treatment of electromagnetism, students proceed to a study of the Maxwell equations in differential form, of wave equation, energy transfer, and the behavior of waves at metallic and dielectric surfaces. Production of radiation by dipoles and its absorption. Antennas, wave guides, and other applications. Prerequisites: PHY 160 and CSC 270 Pre- or corequisite: MTH 330

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csi.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 982-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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