MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
EEE3705 Electromagnetic Theory Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖMER POLAT
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖMER POLAT
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The objective of the course is to make the students grasp and understand the classical electric and magnetic phenomena, and use the underlying physical theories in order to solve certain electrodynamics problems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The student will be able to
1. calculate gradient, divergence and curl of the vector
2. calculate the electric field of the point charge and the continuous charge distribution in matter and in free space; define the divergence and the curl of the electric field.
3. calculate the electric potential of the point charge and the continuous charge distribution in matter and in free space.
4.calculate the magnetic field of steady currents and define the divergence and curl of magnetic field.

Course Content

In this course, electrostatics, magnetostatics will be covered.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Review of vector analysis
2) Review of vector analysis
3) Coulomb's Law
4) Gauss' Law
5) Dielectrics
6) Electric Potential and Applications
7) Magnetic Field in Vacuum
8) Magnetic Field in Materials
9) Magnetic forces and torque
10) Induction and Faraday's Law
11) Inductance
12) Maxwell's Equations
13) Electromagnetic Waves
14) Reflection and Transmission on Interface

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Fundamentals of Engineering Electromagnetics, by D. K. Cheng, Prentice Hall, 1992.
References: 1. Branislav M. Notaros, “Electromagnetics,” Prentice Hall, 2011.
2.David J. Griffiths, “Introduction to Electrodynamics,” Prentice Hall, 1999.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 5 % 25
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 16 6 96
Quizzes 5 1 5
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 147

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
3) Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications.
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.