The Physics of Sound

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Overview

Subject area

PHY

Catalog Number

140

Course Title

The Physics of Sound

Description

Harmonic motion, waves, perception and measurement of sound, the physics of musical instruments and human voice, electrical reproduction of sound, acoustics of rooms, and environmental noise. Note: Recommended for students of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences to fulfill the requirements for ASHA certification. It is also appropriate for students who are interested in the physics of music.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

RLP - Required Core - Life and Physical Sciences

Credits

Minimum Units

3.5

Maximum Units

3.5

Academic Progress Units

3.5

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Laboratory

Hours

1

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule