Introduction to Fields in Physics (PHYS7155)

Information valid for Semester 1, 2020

Course level

Postgraduate Coursework

Faculty

Science

School

Mathematics & Physics School

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Delivery mode

Internal

Class hours

2L1C & <3P

Incompatible

PHYS2055, PHYS3050

Prerequisite

The equivalent of (MATH1051 or MATH1071) + PHYS1002 + Permission of Head of School

Recommended prerequisite

Assessment methods

Assignments, examination, laboratory reports

Course enquiries

Current course offerings

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Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) St Lucia In Person Profile unavailable

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Course description

Introduction to field theory in physics. Topics include an overview of classical field theories, the mathematical description of field theories, and a detailed coverage of classical electromagnetism, including Maxwell's equations, and optics.

Archived offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) St Lucia In Person Course Profile
Semester 1, 2023 (20/02/2023 - 17/06/2023) St Lucia In Person Course Profile
Semester 1, 2023 (20/02/2023 - 17/06/2023) External External Course Profile
Semester 1, 2022 (21/02/2022 - 21/06/2022) External External Course Profile
Semester 1, 2022 (21/02/2022 - 21/06/2022) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2021 (22/02/2021 - 19/06/2021) St Lucia Flexible Delivery Course Profile
Semester 1, 2021 (22/02/2021 - 19/06/2021) External External Course Profile
Semester 1, 2020 (24/02/2020 - 11/07/2020) St Lucia Internal Course Profile