CHEM 1430 The Science of Music

An introduction to the scientific background of music including classical mechanics, oscillating systems and acoustics, the nature of matter, and materials science. The course will emphasize physical principles which provide a firm foundation in acoustical phenomena, room acoustics and the physics and chemistry of musical instruments. This course will be especially useful to the music student. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Designed for non-science majors. Laboratory fee.

Credits

4

Distribution

Sciences