Course code FiziB004
Credit points 3
Optics and magnetism
Total Hours in Course120
Number of hours for lectures16
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes8
Number of hours for laboratory classes8
Independent study hours49
Date of course confirmation24.01.2024
Responsible UnitInstitute of Mathematics and Physics
Course developer
Uldis Gross
Dr. phys.
Prior knowledge
Fizi3001, Physics
Replaced course
Fizi3002 [GFIZ3002] Optics and magnetism
Course abstract
The aim of the course is to develop an understanding of the generation of electromagnetic waves, their properties and the basics of their application in the field of information technology. In laboratory work, students get acquainted with different processes of electromagnetism and measure the physical values characterizing them, as well as learn to evaluate the results of their work
Learning outcomes and their assessment
Knows the quantities and regularities characterizing electromagnetisms processes – theory tests.
Can perform appropriate measurements – laboratory work
Able to evaluate measurement results – laboratory works and their defence
Course Content(Calendar)
1. Magnetic field (3 h)
2. Magnetic Flow (3 h)
3. Electromagnetic induction (3 h)
4. Magnetic field in the substance (3 h)
5. Electromagnetic field (3 h)
6. Harmonic oscillations, their equation (3 h)
7. Damped oscillation, their equation (3 h)
8. Forced oscillation, their equation (3 h)
9. Wave optics. Polarization (3 h)
10. Diffraction (3 h)
11. Interference. Dispersion (3 h)
12. Radiant Quantum Nature (3 h)
13. Induced radiation (3 h)
Requirements for awarding credit points
Written exam: answers to 10 theory questions. The exam is passed if the student has received 50% of the grade. Students who have collected at least 50% of the maximum number of points during the semester, summing up the assessment during the semester are admitted to take the exam:
1. Colloquium in theory – 3;
2. Controls for solving tasks – 3;
3. Defending Laboratory Works – 8;
4. Independent homework 2 (optional option).
Each test is scored by 0-10 points.
Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work
1. Independent work. An individual assignment will be given in e-learning
2. Laboratory work calculations should be carried out, results and conclusions should be prepared for presentation.
Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes
A student can obtain a successful mark for a test or exam if he / she collects at least 50% of the points in the assessment. Students who have acquired at least 60% of the maximum possible score during the entire semester can receive an accumulative score.
Compulsory reading
1. Valtera A. red. Fizika. Rīga: Zvaigzne, 1992. 733 lpp.
2. Serway R. A., Jewett J. W. Physics for scientists and engineers, with modern physics. 9th ed. Boston, MA: Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning, 2014, 1484 p.
3. Fizika visiem. https://estudijas.llu.lv/course/view.php?id=34
Further reading
1. Tipler P. A., Mosca G. Physics for Scientists and Engineers 6th (Sixth) edition. USA: W. H. Freeman and Company, 2008. 1412 p.
2. Giancoli D. C. Physics Principles with Applications 6th Edition. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Education International/Pretice Hall, 2005. 946 p.
Notes
Academic study programme “Computer Control and Computer Science” and professional study programme “Information Technologies for Sustainable Development”