National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment
Course Specification
Salman bin Abdul Aziz University
College of Science and Humanitarian Studies at Al-Kharj
Department of Physics
Electromagnetism I
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(PHYS 2210)
Course Specification
Electromagnetism 1 (PHYS 2210)
1. Institution: Salman bin Abdul Aziz University
2. College/Department: College of Science and Humanitarian Studies/Department of Physics
A. Course Identification and General Information
1. Course title and code: Electromagnetism 1
(PHYS 2210)
2. Credit hours: 3hr, 3(3,1,0).
3. Program(s) in which the course is offered: Physics Program
4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course: Prof Dr. Tarek Fahmy
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Level/year at which this course is offered: 3rd Level/1433-1434 H (2012-2013 G)
Pre-requisites for this course (if any): PHYS 1010 (General Physics)
Co-requisites for this course (if any) :None
Location if not on main campus: inside the campus
B. Objectives
1. Summary of the main learning outcomes for students enrolled in the course.
 Understand and know the scientific background of electric charges, electric forces and
electric field.
 Differentiate between the connection in series and parallel of capacitors and resistors.
 Develop in the students' an awareness of the application of charging and discharging
circuits.
 Understand the relationships between magnetic induction and magnetic field strength.
 Develop the ability of students to solve problems and think critically by applying their
acquired knowledge of electromagnetic various problems.
2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being
implemented. (e.g., increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content
as a result of new research in the field)
 Electronic materials have been utilized to support the lecture course material through
lectures.
 Problem classes.
 Internet search.
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C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the
Bulletin or Handbook should be attached)
1. Topics to be Covered
List of Topics
No of
Weeks
Contact
hours
4
20
2
10
4
20
4
20
THE ELECTRIC FIELD AND POTENTIAL IFFERENCE:
 Electric charge, electric force – Coulomb’s law.
 Electric field.
 Analysis of electric force.
 Gauss’s law and its applications.
 The Potential Energy (U) and Potential Difference (V).
 Electric Potential and Potential Energy due to Point Charge.
 Motion of charged particle.
CAPACITORS:
 Capacitors in series.
 Capacitors in parallel.
 Energy of a charged capacitor.
 Dielectric materials and dielectric constant.
 The relation between the induced charge and dielectric
constant.
The ELECTRIC CURRENT:
 Electric current and Ohm’s law
 Resistors in series.
 Resistors in parallel.
 Electrical energy and thermal energy.
 The Electromotive Force and Internal Resistance
 Kirchhoff’s Laws and its applications.
 Charging and Discharging Processes in RC Circuits.
MAGNETIC FORCE:
 Magnetic flux and magnetic field strength.
 Biot-Savart’s law and its applications.
 Ampere’s law and its applications.
 Faraday’s law and its applications.
 The magnetic properties and magnetic materials.
2. Course components (total contact hours per semester):
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Lecture: 42
Tutorial: 28
Laboratory
Practical/Field
work/Internship
Other:
3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week. (This should be an
average: for the semester not a specific requirement in each week)
None
4. Development of Learning Outcomes in Domains of Learning
For each of the domains of learning shown below indicate:
 A brief summary of the knowledge or skill the course is intended to develop;
 A description of the teaching strategies to be used in the course to develop that knowledge
or skill;
 The methods of student assessment to be used in the course to evaluate learning outcomes
in the domain concerned.
a. Knowledge
(i) Description of the knowledge to be acquired:
 Understand and know the scientific background of the electric charge and electrical force.
 Identify the connection types of capacitors and resistors.
 Demonstrate the difference between the electrical energy and thermal energy.
 Understand the theories of charging and discharging processes.
 Differentiate between the electrical force and magnetic force.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop that knowledge:
 Lectures
 Tutorials
 Open discussion
 Internet search
(iii) Methods of assessment of knowledge acquired:
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 Quiz test.
 Mid-Term Exams.
 Final written Exam at the end of semester.
b. Cognitive Skills
(i) Description of cognitive skills to be developed:
 Recognize and using subject-specific theories, concepts and principals of the electric
charges.
 Integrate and evaluate information from a variety of sources.
 Conduct logical discussions, decisions and solve the problems in the electromagnetism
field.
 Apply the physical principles to explain various observed natural phenomena.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these cognitive skills:
 Analysis and solutions of scientific problems through small group discussion and class
work.
 Applying appropriate mathematical and scientific methods in the analysis and solution of
scientific problems.
 Homework assignments.
(iii) Methods of assessment of students cognitive skills:
 Quizzes.
 Course-work reports
 Mid Term and Final exams.
c. Interpersonal Skills and Responsibility
(i) Description of the interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility to be developed:
 Learn effectively from different sources such as, lecture textbooks, websites and scientific
literatures.
 Responsible for their own learning and continuing personal and professional development.
 Time management skills.
 Work independently and as part of a team.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills and abilities
 Engage students in carrying out internet search.
 Solving problems in groups during lectures and tutorials.
(iii) Methods of assessment of students interpersonal skills and capacity to carry
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responsibility
 Open discussions.
 Evaluation of student essays and search work.
d. Communication, Information Technology and Numerical Skills
(i) Description of the skills to be developed in this domain.
 Skills in searching for primary and secondary scientific literature relevant to a specific
topic.
 Recognize and respect the views and scientific opinions of others.
 Use the internet as means of communication and a source of information.
 Use IT and communication technology in gathering and interpreting information and ideas.
 Communication effectively in English, both oral and written form.
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills
 Training on numerical skills and data presentation.
 Teaching and learning in English to improve student communication skills.
 Internet search, assignments and essays.
(iii) Methods of assessment of students numerical and communication skills
 Evaluation of student essay.
 Final exam should answered in English language.
e. Psychomotor Skills (if applicable)
(i) Description of the psychomotor skills to be developed and the level of performance
required:
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Not applicable
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills
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Not applicable
(iii) Methods of assessment of students psychomotor skills
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Not applicable
5. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester
Assessment
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Assessment task (eg. essay, test, group
project, examination etc.)
First mid term exam(Assessed laboratories)
6
Week due
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Proportion
of
Final Assessment
15%
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3
4
3
Second mid exam(Assessed laboratories)
Quizzes
Essay
Final exam
10
15
15%
5%
5%
60%
D. Student Support
1. Arrangements for availability of teaching staff for individual student consultations and
academic advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each
week):
Office hours, 6 hours per week
E. Learning Resources
1. Required Text(s)
 D. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J. Walker, Fundamental of physics, J. Wiley & Sons,
(8th Ed.) (2007).
 F. T. Ulaby, Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics, Prentice Hall; 5th Ed., (2006).
 W. H. Hayt, Engineering Electromagnetics with CD, (McGraw-Hill Series in Electrical
Engineering), McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 7th Ed., (2005).
 R. A. Serway and R. J. Beichner, Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern
Physics (6th Ed.), John W. Jewett, ISBN-10: 0534408427 | ISBN-13: 978-0534408428,
(2003).
 D. K Cheng, Field and Wave Electromagnetics, Addison-Wesley; 2nd Ed., (1989).
 C. A. Balanis, Advanced Engineering Electromagnetics, Wiley; (1989).
2. Essential References
 D. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J. Walker, Fundamental of physics, J. Wiley & Sons,
(8th Ed.) (2007).
 F. T. Ulaby, Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics, Prentice Hall; 5th Ed., (2006).
 W. H. Hayt, Engineering Electromagnetics with CD, (McGraw-Hill Series in Electrical
Engineering), McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 7th Ed., (2005).
 R. A. Serway and R. J. Beichner, Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern
Physics (6th Ed.), John W. Jewett, ISBN-10: 0534408427 | ISBN-13: 978-0534408428,
(2003).
 D. K Cheng, Field and Wave Electromagnetics, Addison-Wesley; 2nd Ed., (1989).
 C. A. Balanis, Advanced Engineering Electromagnetics, Wiley; (1989).
3- Recommended Books and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc) (Attach List)
 D. Halliday, R. Resnick, and J. Walker, Fundamental of physics, J. Wiley & Sons,
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(8th Ed.) (2007).
 F. T. Ulaby, Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics, Prentice Hall; 5th Ed., (2006).
 W. H. Hayt, Engineering Electromagnetics with CD, (McGraw-Hill Series in Electrical
Engineering), McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 7th Ed., (2005).
 R. A. Serway and R. J. Beichner, Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern
Physics (6th Ed.), John W. Jewett, ISBN-10: 0534408427 | ISBN-13: 978-0534408428,
(2003).
 D. K Cheng, Field and Wave Electromagnetics, Addison-Wesley; 2nd Ed., (1989).
 C. A. Balanis, Advanced Engineering Electromagnetics, Wiley; (1989).
4-.Electronic Materials, Web Sites etc
 http://media.wiley.com/product_data/excerpt/7X/04717327/047173277X.pdf
 http://www.lightandmatter.com/bk4a.pdf
 http://www.freebookcentre.net/electronics-books-download/Electricity-and-Magnetism(part-3).html
 http://ifile.it/30vibu4/cheng-field
 http://www.amazon.com/Fundamentals-Applied-Electromagnetics-FawwazUlaby/dp/0132413264/ref=cm_lmf_tit_2/190-4164503-1763619
5- Other learning material such as computer-based programs/CD, professional
standards/regulations
 Multi media associated with the text book and the relevant websites.
F. Facilities Required
Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (i.e.,
number of seats in classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.)
1. Accommodation (Lecture rooms, laboratories, etc.)
 Lecture rooms and Experimental Lab must be around 25 students.
2. Computing resources
 Computer Lab for Physics students.
3. Other resources (specify – e.g., If specific laboratory equipment is required, list
requirements or attach list)
 Some powerful computers for advanced experiments
G. Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes
1. Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching
 Regular student’s questionnaires.
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2. Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Instructor or by the Department
 Departmental review of the course by the department council.
3. Processes for Improvement of Teaching
 Using up to date visual aids
 Publish a Text book in electromagnetism
4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement (e.g., check marking by
an independent member teaching staff of a sample of student work, periodic exchange
and remarking of tests or a sample of assignments with staff at another institution)
 Correct sample from Exams and Homework’s.
 Approval of exam by a department panel.
5. Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness
and planning for improvement.
 Annual course report.
 Annual department review of course content and course specification.
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