ECE 5510
Transcript Abbreviation:
Int Comp Elctromag
Course Description:
Numerical methods for solving maxwell equations both static and electrodynamics, introduction to finite difference, finite element and integral equation methods, and applied linear algebra.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 3010; or Grad standing in Engineering, Biological Sciences, or Math and Physical Sciences.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 715 or 813.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Learn the basics of finite difference methods for solving Maxwell equations, both static and electrodynamics
Learn the basics of finite element methods for solving Maxwell equations, both static and electrodynamics
Learn the basics of integral equation methods for solving Maxwell equations, both static and electrodynamics
Learn basics of applied linear algebra and graph theories for solving matrix equations, both sparse and dense, using direct methods
Learn basics of singular value decomposition (SVD) algorithm
Learn basics of Krylove based iterative matrix solution techniques for solving both sparse and dense matrix equations
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finite difference methods, Central/forward/backward differences, solving Poisson equations on a rectangular domain | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Finite difference time domain methods, stability analysis, dispersion analysis, simple first order absorbing boundary condition | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Finite element methods, bary-centric coordinate systems, Lagrange interpolation polynomials, applying FEM to solve Poisson equations, vector finite element basis functions | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Solving dielectric waveguides using vector finite element methods, modeling three dimensional inhomogeneous cavities, and application of vector finite element methods to 3D vector wave equations | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Integral equation methods for computing capacitances for multiple arbitrarily shaped conductors, numerical integrations for smooth and weakly singular kernels, RWG basis functions, EFIE, MFIE, CFIE | 11.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Applied linear algebra for solving matrix equations, singular value decomposition (SVD) algorithm, graph theory for direct factorization and sparse direct matrix solvers, Krylov methods | 8.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Homeworks | 40% |
| Individual Computer Projects | 40% |
| Final Team Computer Project & Report | 20% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Lecture Notes |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 5 | an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
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