PHYS 150 Physics of Sound and Music (3)

An investigation of mechanical and electronic generation of sound; propagation of sound; perception of sound and music; the acoustics of vocal and instrumental music; musical elements such as pitch, loudness, and timbre; and musical constructs such as scales, temperament and harmony. This course is team-taught by physics and fine arts faculty. Lectures three hours per week. A working knowledge of high school algebra is assumed.
Course Frequency: Occasional