Underwater Acoustics
Durham
Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Ocean Engineering
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2021 - Full Term (08/30/2021 - 12/13/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2021 - Full Term (08/30/2021 - 12/13/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
15
CRN: 13666
CRN: 13666
An introduction to acoustics in the ocean. Fundamental acoustic concepts including the simple harmonic oscillator, waves on strings, and the acoustic wave equation; the sonar equation; sound generation and reception by underwater acoustic transducers and arrays; basics of sound propagation; reflection and scattering from ocean boundaries. Spring semester offered every year; satisfies core course requirement in Ocean Engineering. Prereq: PHYS 407/408, MATH 527 or equivalent.
Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester
Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior
Only listed majors in section: OCEAN ENGR
Instructors: STAFF
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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8/30/2021 | 12/13/2021 | TR | 8:10am - 9:30am | KING N343 |