Static Electricity, also known as Electrostatics, is the first topic within the broader electromagnetism category.
Who this course is for:
This course is designed for those who want to learn and master Static Electricity. No prior knowledge of Static Electricity is needed. The course starts from the very basic concepts and goes on to cover how to solve questions of Static Electricity in a step-by-step structured approach.
Importance is given to both theoretical concepts and solving numerical problems based on those concepts.
How will you benefit:
After completing this course you will be able to solve problems on Static Electricity - both conceptual questions as well as numerical problems.
The Teaching Methodology
The course is taught in an easy-to-understand way. You will enjoy Enhanced Learning with highlighted Key Concepts and important formulas. You will also be able to keep checking your progress with Quizzes and Assignments.
Topics Covered
What is Electric Charge
What is Static Electricity
Electric Field
Electric Field Intensity
Electric Potential
Electric Flux
Gauss's Law
Application of Gauss's law to derive expressions for electric fields:
- due to a charged straight wire
- due to a charged sphere
- and such other cases
Capacitors
Capacitors in Series
Capacitors in Parallel
Finding equivalent capacitance of a combination of capacitors
Electric Dipole
Field due to Electric Dipole
Electrostatic Shielding
Relation between Electric Field and Potential
How to solve numerical problems that come in examinations on Static Electricity