EE PhD QE Prep: YouTube Lectures on SPP, Magnetic Field, etc.

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a series of YouTube lectures prepared by a participant, Matt, in preparation for his PhD Qualifying Exam. The topics include SPP Dispersion Relations, Magnetic Field, Transmission Lines, and Reflection Transmission at Normal Incidence, among others. Participants are encouraged to provide feedback, particularly on the technical content of the presentations.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Matt shares his YouTube lectures and seeks feedback on the technical aspects rather than presentation style.
  • One participant comments on the poor audio quality, indicating it hampers their ability to review the technical content effectively.
  • Matt acknowledges the audio quality issue and suggests increasing the volume as a potential solution, noting that he has attempted to improve the sound in subsequent videos.
  • Another participant expresses appreciation for the videos and requests a recommended viewing order for better understanding.
  • A senior undergraduate EE major compliments the videos without providing specific technical feedback.
  • One participant suggests that Matt could enhance his lecture on Transmission Lines by including an explanation of lumped and distributed elements.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of the videos, but there is disagreement regarding the audio quality, which some find problematic. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best way to address the audio issues and the optimal viewing order of the lectures.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations related to audio quality and the potential impact on the technical review process. There are also unresolved questions about the structure of the lecture series and how best to present complex concepts.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals preparing for qualifying exams in electrical engineering, those interested in SPP and magnetic field concepts, and students seeking resources for understanding transmission lines may find this discussion relevant.

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In preparation for my PhD Qualifying Exam I've prepared a series of lectures on SPP Dispersion Relations , Boundary conditions; Magnetic Field, Transmission Lines Part 1, and Reflection Transmission Normal Incidence Part 1 among other things. My YouTube page can be found at:







I'd especially like to hear comments and questions about the technical aspects of the presentations and not so much on style and presentation.



Thanks,

Matt
 
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Sorry to say but the audio quality is poor.

It would be hard for me to give you a good review on the technical aspects of the presentation as can barely make out what you are saying.
 
Thank you for looking.

I do apologize for the sound quality of some of the videos. I'm limited with respect to what technology I have available for the videos. If you'd like, you can try hiking up the volume on the YouTube and /or your computer. That seemed to help. Also, if you try some of the other videos in the series, they might be somewhat better as I tried to increase the volume of my mic to compensate.



Matt
 
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Comments and questions about the technical aspects of the presentations are welcome and appreciated.

Thanks,

Matt

















 
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Hi Matt -

I 've started watching the videos and they are great. Any chance you could publish the order in which they were intended to be viewed?
This would help.

Good luck with the verbal comps
 
Hey Matt,

Nice videos.

-Senior undergrad EE major
 
Maybe you could open up part two of your TL line lecture with a brief explanation of lumped and distributed elements.
 

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