Explain and calculate the physical effects of acoustic reflections, absorption, scattering, diffusion, diffraction, and propagation losses.

Use advanced theoretical, numerical, and experimental techniques to model and analyze acoustical elements in musical instruments, the human voice, room acoustics, and audio.

Model the acoustical effects of apertures, horns, nonuniform waveguides, acoustic filters, etc. Model damped enclosed sound fields using eigenmode expansions, statistical formulations, and numerical methods.

Model the physical properties of acoustical treatments and design treatments for custom applications.

Apply advanced tools to characterize and improve the performance of sound reproduction and reinforcement systems.

Develop skills and proficiencies in all of these areas and become aware of key resources for further study.

Become more effective researchers and designers for future work in academics or industry.