(ELEN 3371-55 and ELEN 3371-48F) Electromagnetics
Fall semester 2016
Catalog Description: This course prepares you to formulate and solve electromagnetic problems relevant
to all fields of Electrical and Computer Engineering and that will find application in subsequent courses in
Electric Machines, RF circuits, photonics, microwaves, wireless networks, computers, bioengineering, and
nanoelectronics. Primary topics include static electric and magnetic fields, Maxwell's equations and force
laws, wave propagation, reflection and refraction of plane waves, transient and steady-state behavior of
waves on transmission lines.
Topics: Vector analysis, coordinate systems, static and quasi-static electric fields, electric potential,
dielectrics, capacitance, current, conductance, magnetic vector potential, electromagnetic forces. Maxwell's
Equations, Wave Reflection and Transmission, plane waves, and transmission lines.
Prerequisites:
By course: MATH 3328 Linear Algebra, MATH 3301 Ordinary Differential Equations, MATH 3435
Calculus & Analytic Geometry III, ELEN 2411 Circuits I, and PHYS 2426 Calculus Based Physics II with
grade of C or better.
By topic: DC and AC Circuits; Calculus-Based Physics in Electricity and Magnetism; Analytic Geometry
and Calculus II including Vector Analysis and Vector Calculus; Differential Equations; Calculus III
including Partial Derivatives, Double and Triple Integrals, Vector Fields, Stoke's Theorem; and Linear
Algebra.
Courses that require this as a prerequisite: ELEN 3441 Fundamentals of Power Engineering
Credits: 3
Offered: Fall Annually
Meetings: Online (some sessions are going to be live meeting which attendance is mandatory)
For Hybrid section: problem solving sessions: W 9:10-10:05; Room 2631C
Instructors: Dr Mohammadreza Barzegaranbaboli (Reza Barzegaran), barzegaran@lamar.edu
Connection with Instructor: virtual office hour 5-6 PM WF (go to getting started page/virtual office
hours). Moreover, Students can ask their questions in message section and discussion board (go to response
time section for more information)
Office: C2631, Tel: (409) 880-7593
Final Exam: Online.
Required Textbook: Fawwaz Ulaby, Eric Michielssen, and Umberto Ravaioli. Fundamentals of applied
electromagnetics, 7th edition, Prentice Hall, 2014. ISBN-10: 0133356817
Optional references:
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Engineering Electromagnetics, Hayt, McGraw Hill Publishers, Sixth Edition, 2001, ISBN 0-07424005-6
Elements of Electromagnetics, Fifth Edition, Matthew N.O. Sadiku, Oxford
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University Press, Inc., 2010, ISBN 978-0-19-538775-9.
Electromagnetics for Engineers,Schwarz, Oxford University Press, 1990
Fields and Waves in Communication Electronics, Ramo, Whinnery, Vanduzer, Wiley Press, Third
Edition, 1994
Introduction to Electric Fields,Rogers, McGraw Hill Publishers
Electromagnetics with Applications,Kraus and Fleisch, McGraw Hill Publishers, Fifth Edition,
1999
Syllabus:
Chapter1: Introduction to Electromagnetism
Chatper2: Vector Analysis
Introduction / Vector algebra / Coordinate systems / Component scalars and component vectors / Dot
product / Cross product / Coordinate and unit vector definitions / Vector definitions and coordinate
transformations / Separation distances / Constant coordinate surfaces / Differential lengths, surfaces
and volumes
Chapter3: Electrostatics
Electrostatic fields / Coulomb's law / Electric field definition / Electric fields of charge distributions /
Electric flux density / Gauss's law / Electric scalar potential / Potentials of charge distributions / Electric
field as the gradient of the potential / Electric fields in material space / Conductivity / Conduction
current / Polarization / Electric field boundary conditions / Capacitors and capacitance / Relaxation
time / Divergence operator / Gauss's law in differential form / Divergence theorem / Energy in an
electric field / Image theory / Faraday's law for electrostatic fields
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Midterm 1
Chapter4: Magnetostatics
Magnetostatic fields / Magnetic force on a moving charge / Magnetic forces on current carrying
conductors / Torque on a loop / Biot-Savart law / Magnetic field due to a circular loop / Forces between
current carrying conductors / Ampere's law / Magnetic field of a sheet of current / Differential form of
Ampere's law / Curl operator / Stoke's theorem / Gauss's law for magnetic fields / Magnetization /
Magnetic materials / Magnetic boundary conditions / Inductors and inductance / Solenoid / Toroid
Chapter5: Time-Varying Electromagnetic Fields
Maxwell's equations - dynamic fields / Faraday's law - complete form / Transformer induction /
Motional induction / Transformer / Displacement current / Ampere's law - complete form /
Electromagnetic field boundary conditions / Continuity equation
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Midterm 2
Chapter6: Transmission Lines
Transmission lines / Mode classifications / Transmission line equations / Per-unit-length parameters /
Distributed model equivalent circuit / Propagation constant / Characteristic impedance / Lossless line /
Distortion less line / Transmission line circuit / Transmission line input impedance / Terminations /
Reflection Coefficient / Standing wave ratio / Smith chart / Quarter wave transformer / Stub tuner / Power
flow on transmission lines / Transients on transmission lines
Chapter7: Plane Wave Propagation
Plane wave reflection/transmission at an interface (normal incidence) / Reflection coefficient /
Transmission Coefficient / Standing waves / Standing wave ratio
Chapter8: Wave Reflection and Transmission
Time-harmonic electromagnetic fields / Phasors / Electromagnetic waves / Properties of
electromagnetic waves / Complex permittivity / Polarization of electromagnetic waves / Wave
propagation in good conductors / Skin effect / Electromagnetic power density and the Pointing vector
Chapter9: Radiation and Antennas
Antenna Properties/ Far Field Approximation/ Hertzian Dipoles/ Fields radiated by Hertzian Dipoles/
Normalized Radiation Intensity
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Final
Course objective ((with corresponding student learning ABET Criteria/outcomes)):
This course provides electrical engineering students with an understanding of fundamental electricity and
magnetism concepts and enables them to use these concepts in applications. Upon successful completion
of this course students will
1. be able to use complex number algebra and complex vectors,
2. be able to interchange time-domain and frequency-domain views of a problem,
3. Implement the coupling between electric and magnetic fields through Maxwell’s equations,
4. Utilize constitutive parameters and boundary conditions in application and be able to analyze the
relationships between fields and flux densities in material media,
5. be able to analyze electromagnetic waves in material media, and the reflection and transmission
of these waves between different media
6. be able to interpret the energy and power associated with electromagnetic fields,
7. be able to analyze and design basic transmission lines and waveguides
Structure: Three lectures per week (online). Some sessions are live with mandatory attendance which will
be announced at least three days in advance. Homework, several quizzes, and three exams
Grading Policy
Homework: 20% Midterm 1: 20%, Midterm 2: 20%, Final Exam: 25% Discussion activity in quiz format:
15%
Grades will be determined on the basis of overall performance on the midterm exams, the final exam, and
homework. Curving/averaging may be used. The specific weights for the assignments and the cut-off points
for the grades are to be determined.
Grades will be assigned on a standard 10 point grading scale: A = 90-100%, B = 80-89%, C = 70-79%, D
= 60-69%, and F < 60%.
Response time: and instructor will make sure he response back messages within the same day, if they are
asked before 6 PM. Assignment, quizzes and finals will be corrected and returned back with feedback
within 4 day.
Interaction Policy:
Students must response to assignments within the deadline. Everyone has to log in at least once a day to
make sure there is no new assignment or posts.
Learners are allowed to participate in discussion boards from a mobile device, but quizzes and tests cannot
be taken on a mobile device
Attendance policy: Class attendance is mandatory for the hybrid course with exceptions for medical,
family, and other emergencies. Online students will also have attendance for live sessions
Make-ups: make-ups for the tests may be granted if the instructor is notified in advance about the absence
and its reasons; the appropriate documentation may be needed.
Software requirement: Students need to have access or general office softwares (word, powerpoint,
excel), and a PDF Reader.
Special needs: Students with special needs or circumstances (religious, conflicts, disabilities, etc.) are
encouraged to meet with the instructor during his office hours to arrange the necessary accommodations.
Academic Dishonesty:
Academic misconduct and dishonesty include copying, cheating, plagiarism, dual submission and items
purchased with the intent of deception (i.e. term papers purchased on the internet). Students are expected
to do original work, including class assignments, exams and labs. Penalties include failure of the assignment
(a grade of zero) and possible stricter penalties, where appropriate. Such action could result in the failure
of the course or suspension from the university. Refer to Student Handbook of Lamar University for
clarification on Academic dishonesty.
Policy: Homework is due one week after they have been assigned, before the class time. No late homework
will be accepted.
Honor Code: You are encouraged to work together on homework assignments; however, it should be your
work that is submitted. You may thus claim credit only for your own work. All graded work is covered by
the Academic Honor Code; violations will be prosecuted. You should consult the Lamar Student Handbook
for the definitions of cheating, plagiarism, and other instances of Academic Dishonesty. The consequences
for violating the Honor Code may range from assigning the zero grade for the particular assignment to
issuing the failing grade for the course and are determined by the instructor. It is your responsibility to
know all exam dates and arrival times for the exams. Exam rules: There will be no borrowing of any item
and no use of transmitting/receiving devices during the exams.
Disabilities Statement
Lamar University is committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. The
Disability Resource Center (DRC) is located in the Communications building room 105. Office staff
collaborate with students who have disabilities to provide and/or arrange reasonable accommodations.
For students:
If you have, or think you may have, a disability (e.g., mental health, attentional, learning, chronic health,
sensory, or physical), please contact the DRC at 409-880-8347 or drc@lamar.edu to arrange a confidential
appointment with the Director of the DRC to explore possible options regarding equitable access and
reasonable accommodations.
If you are registered with DRC and have a current letter requesting reasonable accommodations, we
encourage you to contact your instructor early in the semester to review how the accommodations will be
applied in the course.
Emergency Procedures:
Many types of emergencies can occur on campus; instructions for severe weather or violence/active shooter,
fire, or chemical release can be found at:
http://www.lamar.edu/about-lu/administration/risk-management/index.html.
Following are procedures for the first two:
Severe Weather:
 Follow the directions of the instructor or emergency personnel.
 Seek shelter in an interior room or hallway on the lowest floor, putting as many walls as possible
between you and the outside.
 If you are in a multi-story building, and you cannot get to the lowest floor, pick a hallway in the
center of the building.
 Stay in the center of the room, away from exterior walls, windows, and doors.
Violence/Active Shooter (CADD):
 CALL - 8-3-1-1 from a campus phone (880-8311 from a cell phone). Note: Calling 9-1-1 from
either a campus phone or cell phone will contact Beaumont City Police Dispatch rather than
University Police.
 AVOID - If possible, self-evacuate to a safe area outside the building. Follow directions of police
officers.
 DENY - Barricade the door with desks, chairs, bookcases or any other items. Move to a place inside
the room where you are not visible. Turn off the lights and remain quiet. Remain there until told
by police it is safe.
 DEFEND - Use chairs, desks, cell phones or whatever is immediately available to distract and/or
defend yourself and others from attack.
Academic Continuity/ Campus Closure
In the event of an announced campus closure in excess of four days due to a hurricane or other disaster,
students are expected to login to Lamar University’s website’s homepage (www.Lamar.edu) for
instructions about continuing courses remotely.