PHYS 103 - Physics of Musical Sound

Description:
Basic principles of acoustics applied to the production and perception of sound by musical instruments. Other topics covered include sound in rooms, musical scales, sound synthesis, and vocal acoustics. Techniques and tools for analyzing sound will be emphasized. Class format includes lecture, group problem solving, and laboratory activities. NS-Applications Natural Science (L) (W). Course will be offered every year (Fall).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: eligible to enroll in MATH 101.

Credits: (5)

General Education Category
NS-Applications Natural Science (L) (W).

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Create and interpret plots of waveforms, spectrums, and spectrograms.
Quantify the uncertainty associated with basic physical measurements, and make use of uncertainty when interpreting experimental results.
Apply quantitative analysis in carrying out an independent design or experimental project.
Predict or describe the behavior of vibrating systems by solving basic algebraic equations.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/19/2017