Course Description

Magnetism is the force exerted by an object to attract or repel other objects based on the material in each object. Magnetism is an important concept in physics with many applications in industry.

By the end of this course, you will be able to

• Define magnetism

• Understand the principles of magnetism

• Understand how all forms of matter are affected by magnetic fields

• Define induced magnetism

• Understand the differences among diamagnetism, paramagnetism, and ferromagnetism

• Define a permanent magnet

• Define a temporary magnet

• Define an electromagnet

• Identify a bar magnet

• Identify a horseshoe magnet

• Define magnetic field

Estimated completion time (hours): 1.3