This specialization is for learners who are interested in first-year, university-level physics. Through four courses, you will gain a foundation in electromagnetism and circuits including charge, forces, fields, potentials, induction, current flow and circuit elements. With 100 brief lectures and over 100 problems, this comprehensive specialization is similar in detail and rigor to what is taught in on-campus courses. It will thoroughly prepare learners for their upcoming introductory physics courses, or more advanced studies.
Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism Specialization
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Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism Specialization
Understand Electricity, Magnetism and Circuits. This specialization is equivalent to a one semester calculus-based introductory electromagnetism course, and will prepare you well for further coursework or independent study in science or engineering.
Instructor: Jason Hafner
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2 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
How to describe electric and magnetic the forces between charges.
How to think of force interactions as fields.
A basic understanding of DC and AC circuits.
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Category: Physics
Category: Electrical Systems
Category: Trigonometry
Category: Electrical Engineering
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Mechanics
Category: Basic Electrical Systems
Category: Calculus
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Category: Engineering Analysis
Category: Basic Electrical Systems
Category: Electrical Systems
Category: Linear Algebra
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Electronic Components
Category: Electrical Engineering
Category: Engineering Calculations
Category: Calculus
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Category: Mechanics
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Category: Engineering Analysis
Category: Basic Electrical Systems
Category: Calculus
Category: Applied Mathematics
Category: Trigonometry
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Category: Physics
Category: Basic Electrical Systems
Category: Electronic Systems
Category: Electrical Systems
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Engineering Analysis
Category: Mathematical Modeling
Category: Electrical Engineering
Category: Applied Mathematics
Category: Advanced Mathematics
Category: Calculus
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Frequently asked questions
The three courses combined are equivalent to one academic semester of study. The specialization will take 3-6 months to complete.
Learners need a good understanding of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Familiarity with basic calculus is helpful, but not required.
Not necessarily, but if you're looking for a complete introduction to mechanics, it is the order we recommend.
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