Physics and astronomy

Waves and Fields

Module code: F3215
Level 4
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Workshop
Assessment modes: Coursework, Unseen examination

This module introduces you to oscillations and wave phenomena across physics, such as:

• interference
• diffraction
• dispersion
• the emergence of geometric optics.

It also explores electromagnetic forces and phenomena, and introduces the concepts of the electric and magnetic fields. 

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge of wave phenomena and their mathematical description, and apply to simple settings Demonstrate knowledge of wave phenomena and their mathematical description, and apply to simple settings
• Demonstrate knowledge of electromagnetism and the electromagnetic spectrum and apply to simple settings