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Musical Acoustics
PHYS192 SP

In this introduction to the generation, propagation and perception of sound, musical phenomena will serve as a guide through the physics. Topics covered will be vibrations and waves, spectral composition and evolution, hearing, harmony and reproduction. Demonstrations will be abundant.

MAJOR READINGS

T. D. Rossing, THE SCIENCE OF SOUND or equivalent text.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three in-class exams, a final essay paper, and a weekly homework problem.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

No formal physics will be assumed, but proficiency in geometry, algebra and trigonometry will be expected.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM PHYS    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000

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