Physics 114 - Theory Sound/Speech&Hear Sci

Fall
2026
01
4.00
Shubha Tewari

M W 2:30PM 3:45PM

UMass Amherst
16869
Hasbrouck Laboratory room 134
tewari@physics.umass.edu
Fundamentals of wave motion, vibration of strings, sound waves, resonance, harmonic analysis, sound intensity and the decibel, physics of the ear and theories of hearing, physics of speech, elementary properties of microphones and speakers. Prerequisite to SLHS 312. (Gen.Ed. PS)
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.