Study information

Engineering Electromagnetics - 2025 entry

MODULE TITLEEngineering Electromagnetics CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENG3004 MODULE CONVENERProf Jensen Tsan Hang Li (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 0 11 0
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 30
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

A fundamental knowledge of electromagnetics is critical when pursuing a career in electronic engineering, providing you with understanding of how signals travel in conductors and in space for applications in communications and antenna systems and foundation for designing such systems. Beginning with the physical exploration of electromagnetics, you will study the origins of electric and magnetic fields, looking at the historical impact and application of electromagnetism. Furthermore, you will investigate electrostatics and the electric field as well as magnetic forces and magnetostatics, applying this knowledge to real world engineering problems; exploring theories, such as Maxwell's equations, you will develop essential problem-solving tools. Meanwhile, studying communication systems, you will consider elements such as the transmission of mobile phone signals and how radio works, incorporating Hertz's first measurement of radio waves. Assignments will cover practical exercises and open-ended problems to design your microwave waveguides or antenna systems with numerical models.

AIMS - intentions of the module

The aim of this module is to introduce you to the fundamental principles of electromagnetics, and to teach you how to apply theory to areas of technological importance, including communication systems, antenna design and energy harvesting systems. At the end of this module, you will understand the basic principles of electromagnetics, and have a solid foundation in tackling and analysing problems associated with electromagnetic technologies.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

Programmes that are accredited by the Engineering Council are required to meet Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (AHEP4) Learning Outcomes.  The Engineering Council AHEP4 Learning Outcomes are taught and assessed on this module and identified in brackets below. 

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to: 
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:   

  1. describe the physical origins of electric and magnetic fields, the relationships between charge, current and fields in terms of Gauss's law, Ampere's law and Faraday's law and field relationships in dielectric and magnetic materials; 

  2. explain the relationship with capacitance and inductance, the mathematical form of a 1-D travelling wave and the significance of the 3-D wave equation, the form of electrical disturbances travelling in transmission lines, microwave waveguides, and the important aspects of antenna design; 

  3. apply knowledge about 1 and 2 to the solution of 'real-world' engineering problems; (M1, M2, C1, C2) 

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:

  1. use mathematical software to model (electromagnetic) phenomena and systems, as well as to design practical systems; (M3, C3) 

  2. Select and use a variety of information sources to solve complex problems; (M4, C4) 

Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and Knowledge:

  1. monitor your own progress through assignments and assess the effectiveness of your learning strategies, including time management, and modify appropriately.

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Introduction to Electromagnetic Waves and their propagation in different media

Transmission Lines and Waveguides

Maxwell’s Equations Wave Equation

Antenna and Radiation

Review of Modern EM Applications and Future Developments

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 33 Guided Independent Study 117 Placement / Study Abroad 0
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category

Hours of study time

Description

Scheduled learning & teaching activities

22

Lectures

Scheduled learning & teaching activities

11

Tutorial

Guided Independent Study

117

Preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks, revision

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment

Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)

ILOs Assessed

Feedback Method

None

 

 

  

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 30 Written Exams 70 Practical Exams 0
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment

% of Credit

Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)

ILOs Assessed

Feedback Method

Written exam – closed book

70

2 Hours

1-3, 6 (MC 1, 2)

Exam mark

Assignments

30

30 Hours

1-6 (MC 1, 2, 3, 4)

ELE (final tutorial)

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original Form of Assessment

Form of Re-assessment

ILOs Re-assessed

Time Scale for Re-assessment

All of the above

Exam (2 hours, 100%)
1 – 3, 6 (MC 1, 2) 

Referral/deferral period

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Deferrals: Reassessment will be by coursework and/or exam in the deferred element only. For deferred candidates, the module mark will be uncapped.

Referrals: Reassessment will be by a single written exam worth 100% of the module. As it is a referral, the mark will be capped at 40%.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Reading list for this module:

Type Author Title Edition Publisher Year ISBN
Set Fawwaz T. Ulaby, Eric Michielssen, Umberto Ravaioli Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics 7th Pearson 2015 9781292082455
Set Kraus, John and Daniel Fleisch Electromagnetics with Applications 5th Prentice-Hall 1999 000-0-201-32678-7
Set Popovic, Z and Popovic, B Introductory Electromagnetics Prentice Hall 1999 000-0-201-32678-7
CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES ENG1002, ENG2009
CO-REQUISITE MODULES
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Tuesday 14th May 2019 LAST REVISION DATE Thursday 10th April 2025
KEY WORDS SEARCH Electromagnetics; wave propagation; transmission systems design.

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