Underwater Acoustics
Durham
Engineering&Physical Sciences::Ocean Engineering
Credits: 3.0
Class Size: 10
Term:
Fall 2024
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Full Term (08/26/2024
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12/09/2024)
CRN:
12313
Grade Mode:
Letter Grading
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.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Prerequisite(s): (PHYS 408 or PHYS 408S or PHYS 408H) and MATH 527
Only listed colleges in section: Engineering&Physical Sciences
Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior
Majors not allowed in section:
OCEAN ENGR:: Ocean Engineering
Instructors:
Jenna Hare
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2024 | 12/9/2024 | TR | 8:10am - 9:30am | CHASE 175 |
