This first course serves as an introduction to the physics of electricity and magnetism. Upon completion, learners will understand how mathematical laws and conservation principles describe fields and how these fields are related to electrical circuits. Learners will gain experience in solving physics problems with tools such as graphical analysis, algebra, vector analysis, and calculus. This first course covers Charge, Electric Forces, and Electric Fields. Each of the three modules contains reading links to a free textbook, complete video lectures, conceptual quizzes, and a set of homework problems. Once the modules are completed, the course ends with an exam. This comprehensive course is similar in detail and rigor to those taught on-campus at Rice. It will thoroughly prepare learners for their upcoming introductory physics courses or more advanced courses in physics.
Physics 102 - Electric Charges and Fields
This course is part of Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism Specialization
Instructor: Jason Hafner
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Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025
Very useful course for a start after being out of college for 30 years! Liked the course delivery by Prof. Jason very much. Subscribing to further courses now.
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2023
Professor Hafner is one of the best instructors i've ever had, from the explanations of derivations to the numerous demos and the occasional jokes, it has been a great experience.
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2021
Some technical issues with the homework submission parsing, and sometimes you said Micro Coulombs but used normal.
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