Method to learn electrodynamics?

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To effectively learn electrodynamics, a strong foundation in vector analysis is essential, as it is integral to solving problems in the field. Postgraduate students, particularly those with a background in physics or electrical engineering, are expected to have prior knowledge from their undergraduate studies. If the student lacks this background, it is crucial to clarify their current understanding and learning objectives. Recommended resources include "Div, Grad, Curl and All That" by Schey, which focuses on vector analysis within the context of electromagnetism. Overall, the complexity of electrodynamics necessitates a solid mathematical skill set for deeper comprehension.
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Dear friends,
can some one tell me the method to learn electrodynamics??(iam a postgraduate student).
Thank you
 
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Lakshmi N said:
Dear friends,
can some one tell me the method to learn electrodynamics??(iam a postgraduate student).
Thank you

Post-graduate student of what discipline? As a physics undergrad you should have learned this already as part of an Electromagnetism course:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrodynamics

You'll need to understand Vector Analysis to be able to do the problems.

One book that may help is the Div, Grad, Curl and All That book by Schey which uses EM as the basis to explain Vector Analysis methods, proofs and theorems:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0393925161/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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I would echo the puzzlement. If you did your undergraduate degree in physics (or even in EE), then you would have done electrodynamics. If not, I would ask for my money back.

If you did not major in physics, then you need to explain a lot more here, as in your background (i.e at what level are you able to comprehend), and for what purpose are you intending to learn this 'electrodynamics'. The level and complexity of this subject area can vary a lot, and if you do not have the mathematical skills, you won't go very far in detail.

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