Circuits in Upper E&M: Learn Beyond Freshman Physics 2

[torquemada]

we are learning a lot about circuits in freshman physics 2 - does junior/senior E&M do circuits - or do i need to take a circuit course if i want to learn more about circuits beyond freshman physics 2? thx

 

[LBloom]

You probably won't cover much circuits in you're upper level EM class. You win probably learn more about inductance, which is certainly relevant to how inductors work, but you won't be learning as much about circuits as you will in a freshman level class.

In my school we had an electronics lab where we learned more about circuits and built them on jobboards, but i think that is something that depends on what school you're going to.

My best advice, look up the textbook being used for your upper level EM class. It will probably be Griffiths.

 

[Jorriss]

I 'think' it's pretty standard to take a lower or upper division lab on circuits. It may be called something like 'Physics Lab I,' or something generic though.

 

[jtbell]

As always, "your mileage may vary" from one university to another. Look at your university's course catalog or website to find out (at least approximately) what your upper-level courses contain.

 

[Matrix0]

In junior and senior level E&M courses, circuits are often covered in greater depth and with more complex applications. However, the level of circuit analysis in these courses may vary depending on the specific curriculum and focus of the course. It is possible that a separate circuit course may be required for a more comprehensive understanding of circuits beyond freshman physics 2. I would recommend consulting with your academic advisor or the course syllabus for more information on the specific circuit content covered in upper level E&M courses. Additionally, there may be opportunities for independent study or research projects that delve deeper into circuit analysis within the context of E&M. Keep exploring and expanding your understanding of circuits – it is a fundamental and important aspect of many areas of science and technology.