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Blekinge Institute of Technology
Department of Mathematics and Natural Science
Revision: 1
Reg.no: BTH-4-1-14-0035-2025
Course syllabus
Electromagnetic Field Theory
Electromagnetic Field Theory
6 credits (6 högskolepoäng)
Course code: FY2505
Main field of study: The course is not included in any main field of study at BTH
Subject: Physics
Disciplinary domain: Natural sciences
Education level: Second-cycle
Specialization: A1N - Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Language of instruction: English
Applies from: 2025-03-10
Approved: 2025-03-10
1. Descision
This course is established by Dean 2024-11-08. The course syllabus is approved by Head of Department of Mathematics and Natural Science 2025-03-10 and applies from 2025-03-10.
2. Entry requirements
Admission to the course requires completed courses in Multivariable Calculus, 5 credits, and Electrical Principals, 5 credits. English 6.
3. Objective and content
3.1 Objective
The aim of the course is for the student to learn the theory of electric and magnetic fields, both static and dynamic, and to gain insight into how to use the theory in various relevant application areas, including, for example, radar technology.
3.2 Content
· Vector analysis
· Electric field
· Magnetic field
· Maxwell’s equations
· Wave propagation
· Antennas
4. Learning outcomes
The following learning outcomes are examined in the course:
4.1. Knowledge and understanding
On completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate good knowledge of vector analysis and be able to use vector analytical methods to solve field theoretical problems.
- demonstrate a good understanding of the theory of electromagnetic fields and Maxwell's equations and be able to apply these to solve problems.
- demonstrate knowledge of various application areas of electromagnetic field theory.
4.2. Competence and skills
On completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- solve both theoretical and applied problems in the field of electromagnetic field theory.
4.3. Judgement and approach
On completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- formulate and solve problems in electromagnetic field theory.
5. Learning activities
The course is given as a campus course with lectures, laboratory session and exercises.
6. Assessment and grading
Modes of examinations of the course
| Code | Module | Credit | Grade |
| 2510 | On-campus Examination[1] | 4 credits | AF |
| 2520 | Laboratory Session | 2 credits | GU |
[1] Determines the final grade for the course, which will only be issued when all components have been approved.
The course will be graded A Excellent, B Very good, C Good, D Satisfactory, E Sufficient, FX Failed result, a little more work required, F Fail.
The examiner may carry out oral follow-up of written examinations.
The information before the start of the course states the assessment criteria and make explicit in which modes of examination that the learning outcomes are assessed.
An examiner can, after consulting the Disability Advisor at BTH, decide on a customized examination form for a student with a long-term disability to be provided with an examination equivalent to one given to a student who is not disabled.
7. Course evaluation
The course evaluation should be carried out in line with BTH:s course evaluation template and process.
8. Restrictions regarding degree
The course can form part of a degree but not together with another course the content of which completely or partly corresponds with the contents of this course.
9. Course literature and other materials of instruction
Fawwaz T. Ulaby, Eric Michielssen and Umberto Ravaioli. Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics. Global Edition. Sjunde upplagan, int edition. ISBN: 9781292082448.
10. Additional information
This course replaces FY2503
This is not a legal document. If you would like a copy of the legal decision regarding this course plan, contact the registrar at Blekinge Institute of Technology.