PHSCS 167
Descriptive Acoustics of Music and Speech
Physics and Astronomy
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Introductory acoustics course, emphasizing physical principles underlying production and perception of music and speech.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Concepts
Learning Outcome
Define the basic terminologies of acoustics, identify physical principles involved in common situations and answer conceptual questions related to hearing, speech, audio, listening environments, and musical instruments.
Title
Models of acoustical systems
Learning Outcome
Apply scientific models to analysis of hearing, speech and musical instruments, etc.
Title
Writing
Learning Outcome
Write effectively using the terminology of acoustics and logically outline how acoustics is important in a discipline of their choice.
Title
Analysis
Learning Outcome
Solve basic problems related to hearing, speech, audio, listening environments, and musical instruments.
