Electromagnetism Tutor Online
My Physics Buddy (MPB) offers 1:1 online tutoring & homework help in Physics and related subjects — and Electromagnetism is one of our most active tutoring areas for undergraduate students in physics, electrical engineering, and applied mathematics programs worldwide. Electromagnetism is a core course in every physics degree program and a major component of electrical and electronic engineering curricula at universities across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and internationally. At the introductory level it covers Coulomb’s Law, circuits, and basic magnetism; at the intermediate and advanced levels it builds through Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, potentials, and radiation — culminating in one of the most complete and precisely verified theories in all of science. The course is mathematically demanding, requiring fluency in vector calculus — divergence, gradient, curl, and the theorems of Gauss and Stokes — alongside the physical reasoning that connects field equations to observable phenomena. Whether you are a second-year student encountering Gauss’s Law and Faraday’s Law for the first time in their full vector form, or a third-year student working through radiation and electromagnetic wave propagation, MPB connects you with tutors who understand both the mathematics and the physical insight your course demands. If you’ve been searching for an Electromagnetism tutor near me and want the depth and flexibility of personalized online learning, you are in the right place.
- 1:1 live sessions — fully personalized to your course level, current topics, and assessment schedule
- Expert tutors with strong knowledge across all levels of Electromagnetism coursework
- Flexible time zones — sessions conveniently scheduled for the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and Gulf regions
- Structured learning plan built around your syllabus, weakest topics, and upcoming exams
- Ethical homework and assignment guidance — we explain and guide; you complete and submit your own work
“Maxwell’s equations are among the greatest achievements in the history of physics. In four compact equations they unify electricity, magnetism, and optics — and predicted the existence of electromagnetic waves before any experiment confirmed them.”
As broadly reflected in physics education — see the American Physical Society (APS) — Education programs
Who This Electromagnetism Tutoring Is For
- Second and third-year undergraduate physics students taking Electromagnetism or Electromagnetic Theory as a core course who need support with vector calculus, field equations, and Maxwell’s equations
- Electrical and electronic engineering students whose programs include electromagnetic fields and waves, transmission lines, or antenna theory
- Students struggling with the mathematical demands — applying Gauss’s Law, solving Laplace’s equation, or working with vector potentials — who need targeted 1:1 conceptual and technical help
- First-year students in introductory physics courses encountering electric fields, Coulomb’s Law, circuits, and basic magnetic fields for the first time
- Students completing problem sets, assignments, or lab reports involving field calculations, circuit analysis, or wave propagation
- International students managing a demanding physics or engineering workload in the US, UK, or Australia who need flexible expert support
Outcomes: What You’ll Be Able To Do
Solve quantitative Electromagnetism problems — from electric field and potential calculations through to wave propagation, radiation, and boundary condition problems — accurately and with clearly shown working. Apply Maxwell’s equations in both integral and differential form to physical problems: using Gauss’s Law for symmetric charge distributions, Faraday’s Law for induction, and Ampere-Maxwell’s Law for magnetic field calculations. Analyze electromagnetic boundary value problems — Laplace’s equation, method of images, separation of variables — and interpret their physical meaning correctly. Explain electromagnetic phenomena in structured, precise written responses that reflect genuine physical understanding of field theory, not just formula application.
What We Cover (Syllabus / Topics)
Electromagnetism courses vary in mathematical depth and coverage across institutions and program levels. The topics below reflect the most commonly taught areas across introductory, intermediate, and advanced undergraduate Electromagnetism courses. Always share your course syllabus with your tutor so sessions align precisely to your program’s sequence and mathematical depth.
A note on course levels: Introductory Electromagnetism uses integral forms of the field laws with minimal vector calculus. Intermediate and advanced courses use the full differential form of Maxwell’s equations, vector potentials, and radiation theory. Your tutor calibrates depth and formalism to your specific course from the first session.
Track 1: Electrostatics
- Coulomb’s Law; the electric field and superposition principle
- Gauss’s Law in integral and differential form; applications to symmetric charge distributions
- Electric potential: definition, relation to field, and energy
- Conductors in electrostatic equilibrium; capacitance and energy stored
- Laplace’s and Poisson’s equations; uniqueness theorem
- Problem types: field and potential calculations, Gauss’s Law applications, capacitor problems
Track 2: Boundary Value Problems and Dielectrics
- Method of images: point charges near conducting planes and spheres
- Separation of variables in Cartesian and spherical coordinates
- Legendre polynomials and multipole expansions
- Dielectrics: polarization, bound charges, displacement field D, and susceptibility
- Boundary conditions at dielectric interfaces; capacitors with dielectric
- Problem types: method of images, separation of variables, boundary condition matching
Track 3: Magnetostatics
- The magnetic force; Lorentz force law and motion of charges in fields
- Biot-Savart Law: magnetic field from current-carrying conductors
- Ampere’s Law in integral and differential form; solenoids and toroids
- Magnetic vector potential A; gauge freedom (Coulomb gauge)
- Magnetic materials: magnetization, bound currents, H field, and permeability
- Problem types: Biot-Savart calculations, Ampere’s Law applications, vector potential problems
Track 4: Electromagnetic Induction
- Faraday’s Law of induction: flux rule and the motional EMF
- Lenz’s Law and energy considerations in induction
- Self-inductance and mutual inductance; energy stored in a magnetic field
- AC circuits: inductors, capacitors, and RLC circuits; impedance and resonance
- Transformers and the principle of electromagnetic energy transfer
- Problem types: induced EMF calculations, inductance, RLC circuit analysis
Track 5: Maxwell’s Equations
- The displacement current: motivation and its addition to Ampere’s Law
- Maxwell’s equations in integral and differential form — the complete set
- Maxwell’s equations in matter: D, H, and constitutive relations
- Continuity equation and conservation of charge
- Poynting’s theorem: energy flow in electromagnetic fields, the Poynting vector
- Problem types: applying Maxwell’s equations, Poynting vector calculations, energy density
Track 6: Electromagnetic Waves
- Wave equation derivation from Maxwell’s equations; speed of light in vacuum
- Plane waves: electric and magnetic field relationship, polarization
- Energy and momentum in EM waves; radiation pressure
- EM waves in matter: refractive index, absorption, and dispersion
- Reflection and transmission at interfaces: Fresnel equations and Brewster’s angle
- Waveguides: TE and TM modes (overview for advanced courses)
- Problem types: wave equation solutions, Fresnel coefficients, energy transport
Track 7: Potentials and Radiation
- Scalar and vector potentials; gauge transformations — Coulomb and Lorenz gauges
- Retarded potentials: Jefimenko’s equations and causal field solutions
- Lienard-Wiechert potentials for moving point charges
- Electric dipole radiation: power radiated, radiation pattern, and the Larmor formula
- Magnetic dipole and quadrupole radiation (overview)
- Problem types: retarded potential calculations, dipole radiation power, Larmor formula applications
Students who want deeper support in the underlying mathematics or closely related physics can explore MPB’s dedicated pages for Electrostatics, Waves and Optics, Classical Mechanics, and Mathematical Physics.
How MPB Tutors Help You (The Learning Loop)
Diagnose: The tutor asks about your program and year, current topics, recent assessment marks, exam dates, and which areas feel most unclear — whether that’s applying Gauss’s Law correctly, setting up boundary value problems, working with vector potentials, or understanding radiation. This shapes every session.
Explain: Each topic is built from your syllabus using clear, mathematically precise explanations that connect field theory to physical phenomena — from why divergence of B is zero to how oscillating charges radiate, or from boundary conditions at dielectric interfaces to the physics of Fresnel reflection.
“Vector calculus is the language of electromagnetism. Students who invest in genuine fluency with divergence, curl, and Stokes’ theorem do not just pass the course — they gain a mathematical toolkit that serves them through every advanced physics course that follows.”
As broadly affirmed in undergraduate physics education literature — see the American Physical Society (APS) — Education and Diversity programs
Practice: You work through past exam questions and problem sets matched to your institution’s style and difficulty — covering field calculations, boundary value problems, wave analysis, and Maxwell’s equation applications across all major Electromagnetism topics.
Feedback: Your tutor reviews your working in detail — identifying errors in vector calculus setup, incorrect boundary condition application, sign errors in induction problems, and misapplication of Gauss’s or Ampere’s Law — and corrects them with specific, actionable guidance.
Retest/Reinforce: Topics where errors are consistant are revisited with fresh problems and increasing difficulty, spaced so understanding holds under timed exam conditions.
Plan: Your tutor maintains a session roadmap anchored to your syllabus, problem set deadlines, and exam schedule — adapting as results come in across the semester or term.
All sessions run on Google Meet with a digital pen-pad or iPad + Pencil for live field line diagrams, Gauss surface sketches, circuit diagrams, wavefront illustrations, and vector calculus derivation walkthroughs.
Study Plans (Pick One That Matches Your Goal)
MPB offers three plan types: a catch-up plan (1–2 weeks intensive) for students with an imminent exam or resit, a full course prep plan (4–8 weeks) that covers all major topics with problem practice and exam technique, and ongoing weekly support across a full semester or academic year. All plans are structured after the diagnostic session based on your course syllabus, topic gaps, and assessment schedule.
Pricing Guide
Electromagnetism tutoring at MPB starts at USD 20 per hour and typically ranges up to USD 40 per hour. Pricing varies based on tutor experience, course level, and timeline. Advanced radiation and wave propagation content may be priced toward the higher end. For a specific quote, WhatsApp for quick quote.
FAQ
Is Electromagnetism hard?
Intermediate and advanced Electromagnetism is consistently rated among the most challanging undergraduate physics courses. The combination of abstract vector field theory, demanding vector calculus, and the need to visualize three-dimensional field geometries makes it difficult without structured support. Many students find the jump from introductory circuit-based electricity to the full differential form of Maxwell’s equations particularly steep. With consistent 1:1 tutoring, both the mathematics and the physical intuition develop together.
How much vector calculus do I need for Electromagnetism?
Intermediate Electromagnetism requires solid fluency in vector calculus — gradient, divergence, curl, line integrals, surface integrals, and the theorems of Gauss and Stokes. If your vector calculus is rusty, your tutor can consolidate the key tools alongside the physics content in early sessions. Students who want dedicated mathematical support can also explore MPB’s page for Mathematical Physics.
Can you help with Electromagnetism problem sets and assignments?
Yes — MPB provides guided homework and problem set support throughout the course. Tutors explain the relevant field theory and mathematical framework, walk through similar worked examples, and review your reasoning and approach. Our services aim to provide personalized academic guidance to help you understand concepts and improve skills. You complete and submit your own work in accordance with your institution’s academic integrity policy.
Which textbooks does MPB Electromagnetism tutoring cover?
MPB tutors are familiar with the major Electromagnetism textbooks used at universities worldwide — including Griffiths’ Introduction to Electrodynamics, Jackson’s Classical Electrodynamics, Wangsness’ Electromagnetic Fields, and Hayt & Buck’s Engineering Electromagnetics. Share your institution’s prescribed textbook and problem sets with your tutor so sessions align precisely to your course materials from the first session.
What happens in the first session?
The first session begins with a short diagnostic — your program, year, current topic, recent marks, and exam dates. The tutor then covers a priority topic with live worked examples and Q&A. The session closes with a concrete plan for the sessions ahead. Bring your course syllabus, a recent problem set or test, and your exam schedule.
Does strong Electromagnetism preparation help with advanced physics?
Yes — significantly. Electromagnetism is a direct prerequisite for Electrodynamics, quantum electrodynamics, photonics, antenna theory, and plasma physics. Students who genuinely understand Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, and radiation are far better prepared for every advanced course that involves fields and waves. Students planning ahead can explore MPB’s pages for Electrodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, and Waves and Optics.
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Trust & Quality at My Physics Buddy
Tutor selection: Every MPB tutor goes through subject knowledge screening, a live demo session evaluation, and ongoing student feedback review. For Electromagnetism, we look for tutors who are confident across the full course — from electrostatics and boundary value problems through to Maxwell’s equations, EM waves, and radiation — and who can explain vector calculus formalism alongside the physical field picture clearly and accurately.
About My Physics Buddy: MPB is a Physics-focused online tutoring platform serving undergraduate and graduate students across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and Gulf regions. Our core is Physics and closely related quantitative subjects. Students in Electromagnetism can explore additional depth through MPB’s pages for Electrostatics, Waves and Optics, Classical Mechanics, and Mathematical Physics. Students progressing to advanced topics can also visit our pages for Electrodynamics and Quantum Mechanics.
Explore Related Physics Subjects at MPB: Electromagnetism connects directly to several core physics disciplines. MPB has dedicated pages for Electrostatics, Waves and Optics, Electrodynamics, Mathematical Physics, and Classical Mechanics — all closely related disciplines for students building depth in electromagnetic theory.
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Next Steps
Share your program and year, your current course topics, the areas giving you the most difficulty, and your upcoming exam or assignment dates. Let us know your preferred session times and time zone. MPB will match you with a tutor whose Electromagnetism knowledge and availability fit your course needs. Your first session is a diagnostic and live teaching session — so you leave with a clearer understanding of a priority topic and a concrete plan ahead.