Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (PHYS 2020 OR PHYS 2220 OR PHYS 3220) OR AP Physics 2 score of 4+ OR AP Physics C E&M score of 4+.
Description
Meets with PHYS 1330. A course which covers the physics phenomena used in digital audio and video recording and playback. Principles of physics are illustrated through application to hi-fidelity sound reproduction systems. Topics include waves and interference, resonant frequencies, sound quality and intensity, wow flutter, electricity and magnetism, and harmonic analysis. Laboratory demonstrations include loudspeakers, sound amplifiers, and tuners. Recent advances in this area have opened the international scene, as to communications and exchanges of cultural aspects. Recommended Prerequisites: PHYS 2010 AND PHYS 2020, OR Equivalent.