Course

Engineering Physics II (core science)

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

This course, Engineering Physics II, delves into the fascinating world of electricity and magnetism, guiding students through essential concepts and mathematical frameworks.

Key topics include:

  1. Electricity and magnetism
  2. Rectangular cartesian coordinate system
  3. Scalar and vector fields
  4. Coulomb's law and electric fields
  5. Electrostatic phenomena
  6. Motion of steady currents
  7. Wave equations and interference experiments

Students will gain insights into:

  • Electrostatic energy and macroscopic fields
  • Permittivity in various media
  • Conductors, dielectrics, and their properties
  • Phenomenological laws and drift velocity
  • Effects of currents and Lorentz force
  • Paramagnetism and charge densities
Course Lectures
  • Module - 1 Lecture -1
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 1 Lecture 1 introduces students to the foundational concepts of electricity and magnetism. It covers the basic principles and mathematical approaches necessary for understanding electrostatic interactions.

    Key topics include:

    • Scalar and vector fields
    • Coulomb's Law
    • Principle of superposition
  • Module - 1 Lecture - 2
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 1 Lecture 2 continues to build on the principles of electrostatics, delving deeper into electric fields and their mathematical formulations.

    Topics include:

    • Expression for the electric field
    • Electrostatic phenomena
    • Additive constants
  • Module - 1 Lecture - 3
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 1 Lecture 3 explores electrostatic energy and macroscopic fields, emphasizing the interactions of charges and their cumulative effects in different mediums.

    Key areas of study include:

    • Electrostatic energy calculations
    • Macroscopic electric fields
    • Electrostatics in various media
  • Module - 1 Lecture - 4
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 1 Lecture 4 addresses the properties of conductors and dielectrics, highlighting their roles in electric fields and practical applications in technology.

    Key topics include:

    • Characteristics of conductors and dielectrics
    • Permittivity in different mediums
    • Applications in real-world scenarios
  • Module - 2 Lecture - 1
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 2 Lecture 1 dives into the motion of steady currents, exploring the dynamics of electric charge flow in conductive materials and the factors influencing this movement.

    Students will learn about:

    • Drift velocity and its significance
    • Current density and its applications
    • Ohm's Law and its derivations
  • Module - 2 Lecture - 2
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 2 Lecture 2 investigates the effects of currents on magnetic fields, introducing students to the interaction of electricity and magnetism through practical examples.

    Key subjects include:

    • Magnetic fields produced by currents
    • Applications of the Lorentz force
    • Paramagnetism and its characteristics
  • Module - 2 Lecture - 3
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 2 Lecture 3 covers wave phenomena, particularly the wave equation, and explores its applications in various physical contexts like acoustics and optics.

    Students will learn about:

    • Derivation of the wave equation
    • Monochromatic plane waves
    • Applications in real-world physics
  • Module - 2 Lecture - 4
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 2 Lecture 4 delves into interference experiments, showcasing their importance in understanding wave behavior and the principles of superposition.

    Topics of discussion include:

    • Types of interference: constructive and destructive
    • Famous experiments: Young's Double Slit Experiment
    • Applications in technology and research
  • Module - 2 Lecture - 5
    Prof. V. Ravishankar, Prof. S. Raychaudhuri

    Module 2 Lecture 5 wraps up the course by integrating previous concepts and exploring advanced topics in electricity and magnetism, preparing students for further studies.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Review of key principles and equations
    • Advanced applications in engineering and technology
    • Preparation for future coursework in physics