Reto Pieren: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2024

Name Dr. Reto Pieren
Address
EMPA
Überlandstrasse 129
SH 335
8600 Dübendorf
SWITZERLAND
Telephone0587656031
E-mailrpieren@ethz.ch
DepartmentInformation Technology and Electrical Engineering
RelationshipLecturer

NumberTitleECTSHoursLecturers
227-0477-00LAcoustics I Information 3 credits2GR. Pieren
AbstractIntroduction to the fundamentals of acoustics in the field of sound field calculations, measurement of acoustical events, outdoor sound propagation and room acoustics of large and small enclosures.
Learning objectiveUnderstanding of the basic acoustical concepts and methods. Ability to understand the technical and scientific literature. Confidence in the use of measuring instruments.
ContentFundamentals of acoustics, calculation of sound fields, measurement and analysis of acoustical events, anatomy and properties of the ear, outdoor sound propagation, absorption and transmission of sound, room acoustics of large and small enclosures, noise and noise control.
Lecture notesyes
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesfostered
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
Problem-solvingassessed
Social CompetenciesCommunicationassessed
Personal CompetenciesCreative Thinkingassessed
Critical Thinkingassessed
Self-direction and Self-management fostered