This lecture covers the calculation of the total electric field generated by unit charges placed at the vertices of a rectangle. It explains the process step by step, including the calculation of the field components and the minimum distance to avoid divergence. The lecture also demonstrates the application of these concepts in MATLAB, providing examples and visual representations of the electric field. The instructor guides the audience through the code implementation and interpretation of the results, emphasizing the importance of understanding the positions and signs of the charges for accurate calculations.