PHYS 304 - Acoustics

Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6
Basic introduction to the physical properties of sound. Focus on the scientific and mathematical framework describing acoustical concepts necessary to understand the creation and measurement of sound waves, with particular application to the human voice, speech articulation, and hearing mechanisms.

Strongly Recommended Preparation: Upper division status (greater than 60 earned semester units) and completion of lower division Areas B1-B3.
Prerequisites: Completion of GE Areas A1, A2, A3 and B4 with grade C- (CR) or better.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B6 - Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY