Course Summary
This course introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of acoustics, including wave properties, sound propagation, resonance, and noise control. Students will learn how to apply these concepts to solve real-world problems in engineering, architecture, and environmental science.Key Learning Points
- Understand the basic principles of wave behavior and sound propagation
- Learn about different types of acoustic phenomena, including resonance and noise control
- Discover how acoustics is used in engineering, architecture, and environmental science
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamental principles of acoustics
- Apply acoustics principles to solve real-world problems
- Develop critical thinking skills necessary to analyze acoustic phenomena
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of physics
- Familiarity with algebra
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes
Similar Courses
- Engineering Acoustics
- Architectural Acoustics
- Environmental Noise Control
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Trevor Cox
Related Books
Description
This course introduces acoustics by using the concept of impedance. The course starts with vibrations and waves, demonstrating how vibration can be envisaged as a kind of wave, mathematically and physically. They are realized by one-dimensional examples, which provide mathematically simplest but clear enough physical insights. Then the part 1 ends with explaining waves on a flat surface of discontinuity, demonstrating how propagation characteristics of waves change in space where there is a distributed impedance mismatch.
Outline
- Introduction
- Introduction
- Vibration and Waves
- Week 1: Introduction
- Lecture 1-1 Part 1. String Vibration
- Lecture 1-1 Part 2. One Dimensional Wave Equation
- Lecture 1-2 Part 1. Specific Impedance
- Lecture 1-2 Part 2. The Governing Equation of a String
- Lecture 1-2 Part 3. Driving Point Impedance
- Lecture 1-3 Use of Complex Function
- Week 1 Summary Video
- Quiz for Week 1 (Vibration & Waves)
- Acoustic Wave Equation
- Week 2: Introduction
- Lecture 2-1 Part 1. 1-Dimensional Wave Equation 1
- Lecture 2-1 Part 2. 1-Dimensional Wave Equation 2
- Lecture 2-1 Part 3. 1-Dimensional Wave Equation 3
- Week 2 Summary Video
- Lecture 2-2 Part 1. Acoustic Intensity & Energy 1
- Lecture 2-2 Part 2. Acoustic Intensity & Energy 2
- Lecture 2-2 Part 3. Units of Sound (dB Scale)
- Quiz for Week 2-1 (Wave Equation)
- Quiz for Week 2-2 (Basic Measurement)
- Acoustic Wave Equation and its Basic Physical Measures
- Week 3: Introduction
- Lecture 3-1 Part 1. Acoustic Intensity & Energy 1
- Lecture 3-1 Part 2. Acoustic Intensity & Energy 2
- Lecture 3-1 Part 3. The Units of Sound
- Lecture 3-2 Part 1. Review: Intensity & Units
- Lecture 3-2 Part 2. Listening Demonstration
- Lecture 3-2 Part 3. Solutions of the Wave Equation
- Week 3 Summary Video
- Quiz for Week 3 (Wave Equation & Basic Measures)
- Waves on a Flat Surface of Discontinuity 1
- Week 4: Introduction
- Lecture 4-1 Part 1. Normal Incidence on a Flat Surface of Discontinuity 1
- Lecture 4-1 Part 2. Normal Incidence on a Flat Surface of Discontinuity 2
- Lecture 4-1 Part 3. The Mass Law 1
- Lecture 4-2 Part 1. Review: Normal Incidence on a Flat Surface of Discontinuity
- Lecture 4-2 Part 2. The Mass Law 2
- Lecture 4-2 Part 3. The Mass Law 3 (demonstration)
- Week 4 Summary Video
- Quiz for Week 4 (Waves on a Flat Surface of Discontinuity)
- Waves on a Flat Surface of Discontinuity 2
- Week 5: Introduction
- Lecture 5-1 Part 1. Review: The Mass Law
- Lecture 5-1 Part 2. Transmission Loss at a Partition
- Lecture 5-1 Part 3. Snell's Law 1
- Lecture 5-2 Part 1. Snell's Law 2
- Lecture 5-2 Part 2. Transmission and Reflection of an Infinite Plate
- Lecture 5-2 Part 3. Transmission and Reflection of a Finite Structure
- Week 5 Summary Video
- Final Exam
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for the Coursera course Introduction to Acoustics. Learners found the course engaging and informative, with a good mix of theory and practical applications. Overall, the course was highly recommended by most users.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course was engaging and informative.Pros from User Reviews
- The course had a good mix of theory and practical applications.
- The instructor was knowledgeable and presented the material well.
- The course was well-structured and easy to follow.
- The course was a good introduction to the field of acoustics.
- The course was helpful for those interested in pursuing a career in acoustics.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course material to be too basic.
- Some users felt that the course was too short and could have covered more material.
- Some users found the assignments to be too difficult.
- Some users experienced technical difficulties with the platform.
- Some users felt that the course was too expensive.
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