Physics of Musical Sound
Overview
Subject area
PHYS
Catalog Number
3
Course Title
Physics of Musical Sound
Department(s)
Description
Physical phenomena that relate to music and sound will be examined. Topics includeorigins, nature and transmission of sound waves, sound reception and perception,musical scales and temperament, the physics of different musical instruments, and selected special topics. Demonstration devices are employed for illustration of concepts. (Not open to students who have received credit for PHYS 7.)
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FSW - Flexible Core - Scientific World
Course Attributes
COPT - QNSSCI (QC Science)
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
018608