PHYS 356 - The Science of Sound and Music

Units: 3

An introduction to the physics of sound. Various aspects of the science of sound are covered, including the nature of sound waves and their production, recording, and reproduction. The physics of musical instruments, digital synthesis of sounds, and the basics of room and auditorium acoustics are also studied. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) Requirement.

Satisfies GE area: BB