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PHYS 401

Electromagnetism I

Physics

4 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
3.09
Easiness
2.90
Total regs
66

Grade Distribution

Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
3.09
A
55.4%
36
B
20.0%
13
C
13.8%
9
D
4.6%
3
F
3.1%
2
W
3.1%
2
A–F + W
65
Other outcomes
1
All registrations
66

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
3.09
Easiness
2.90
C or better
92.1%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
96.8%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
3.1%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
65
A–F and W outcomes

PHYS 401 by Professor

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Barkan, Adrian
2.78
RMP
4.5
80 reviews
Graded
32
Total regs
35
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Vector calculus; electrostatic and magnetostatic fields in vacuum; electrostatic boundary-value problems; electrodynamics; Maxwell's equations; electromagnetic waves in vacuum; reflection and transmission phenomena in linear media. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 ; and Grade of C or better in PHYS 215 ; or approval of the department.

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Barkan, Adrian
2.78
4.5 (80)
32
35