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227-0110-00L 6 Credits BSC , DR , MSC D-MATL , D-ITET , D-MATH

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Electromagnetic Waves: Materials, Effects, and Antennas

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Ueli Koch

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:03

Abstract

This course provides profound knowledge of electromagnetic waves. Various types of materials, nonlinear and resonant effects, and antenna applications are discussed.

Objective

You can describe wave propagation in classical and nonclassical materials and know the fundamental solutions. You know how waves interact with matter and about nonlinear and resonant effects. You can apply the acquired knowledge in scattering, waveguiding, radiation, and antenna problems.

Content

The lecture covers the following topics: • Generic time-harmonic electromagnetic fields • Fundamental solutions of the wave equation • Wave propagation in various types of materials • Interaction of waves with matter • Nonlinear effects • Resonant effects • Applications like scattering, waveguiding, radiation • Radio frequency and optical antennas

Resources

Lecture Notes

Lecture notes and slides will be handed out during the lectures.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: BSC , DR , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Electromagnetic Waves: Materials, Effects, and Antennas	Wed 14:15-18:00 (ETZ E 8)	4 h weekly

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Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Bachelor
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