- Distance Delivery
- Independent study of courseware
- Independent online self-assessment quizzes
- Field assignments
- Online discussion forums
1. Terminology, definitions and measurements related to sound waves
2. The speed of sound in different media
3. Psychological acoustics
4. Physiological acoustics
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Describe the characteristics of a sound wave and how sound is measured
2. Describe the characteristics of periodic and aperiodic sound waves
3. Describe the characteristics of pure tones and complex sounds
4. Compare and contrast physiological and psychological acoustics
5. Explain non-electrical acoustics of hearing aids or earmolds in-situ
Evaluation will be carried out in accordance with Douglas College policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:
Online quizzes 5-15%
Online discussion forum and group work 5-15%
Written tests 20-30%
Written midterm examination 20-30%
Written final examination 25-30%
Textbooks and Materials to be Purchased by Students
A list of required and optional textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of each semester.
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