Acoustical Engineering and Music, B.S.E.

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Program Director: Celmer

This program was instituted in 1976 by Professor Emeritus Conrad Hemond Jr. of the School of Engineering’s Acoustics Laboratory, and Professor Emeritus William Willett of The Hartt School. Those who pursue the field of engineering to study acoustics have many career areas from which to choose. These include audio engineering (high-fidelity sound system design), architectural acoustics (design of concert halls, recording studios, and music rooms), musical acoustics (design of musical instruments), noise control and sound quality (of machinery, jet engines, automobiles, and environmental regulations), and bioacoustics (design of hearing aids, replacement parts for the ear, hearing test equipment). To be accepted into this curriculum, applicants must have the math and science background required of all engineering students and must successfully pass the entrance requirements of The Hartt School, including an audition.

Although the curriculum is scheduled to be completed within four years, it is one of the most rigorous undergraduate programs at the University, requiring at least 141 credits for completion. Acoustical engineering and music students bring a special perspective to their studies because of their individual pursuits.

Program Mission

The mission of the Acoustical Engineering and Music program is to provide an excellent educational experience for students, with an emphasis on preparing graduates for professional practice in engineering and/or graduate school.

Accreditation

The acoustical engineering and music program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.

Program Educational Objectives

The Acoustical Engineering and Music program seeks to prepare men and women for productive, rewarding careers in the engineering profession. During their careers our alumni

will become successful practicing engineers in a wide range of acoustical engineering fields and will advance professionally by accepting responsibilities and, potentially, pursuing leadership roles;
will advance their knowledge of engineering and music, both formally and informally, by engaging in lifelong learning experiences; and
will, as contributing members of multidisciplinary engineering teams, successfully apply the fundamentals of engineering analysis and design to the formulation and solution of emerging technical problems.

Requirements for Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Acoustical Engineering and Music
141–147 credits ¹
Credits in the major: 58¹⁰plus at least 40 in music

Freshman Year

First Semester (18 credits)

US 150 - First Year Success Seminar 1 credit(s)
ES 143P - Engineering and Design 3 credit(s)
M 144 - Calculus I 4 credit(s)
WRT 110W - Academic Writing I 3 credit(s)
TH 111 - Diatonic Harmony 2 credit(s)
TH 120P - Elementary Ear Training I 2 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Performing organization 1 credit(s)

Second Semester (18 credits)

ES 115 - Engineering Computer Applications 3 credit(s)
M 145 - Calculus II 4 credit(s)
PHY 112 - Calculus-Based Physics I 4 credit(s)
TH 112 - Chromatic Harmony 2 credit(s)
TH 121P - Elementary Ear Training II 2 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Performing organization 1 credit(s)

Sophomore Year

First Semester (19 credits)

ES 110 - Statics 3 credit(s)
ES 220 - Graphic Communication 2 credit(s)
M 240 - Calculus of Several Variables 4 credit(s)
ME 265 - Fundamentals of Architectural and Musical Acoustics 3 credit(s)
PHY 113 - Calculus-Based Physics II 4 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Performing organization 1 credit(s)

Second Semester (18 credits)

ES 211 - Dynamics 3 credit(s)
ES 212 - Mechanics of Materials 3 credit(s)
M 242 - Differential Equations 3 credit(s)
ME 213W - Mechanical Engineering Materials and Laboratory 3 credit(s)
ME 242 - Acoustic Engineering by Design 3 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Performance organization 1 credit(s)

Junior Year

First Semester (19 credits)

CH 110 - College Chemistry 4 credit(s)
M 344 - Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3 credit(s)
ME 350 - Vibrations I with Applications 3 credit(s)
ME 376 - Computer-Aided Design and Analysis 3 credit(s)
TH 210W - Tonal Form and Analysis 2 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
TH 220P - Intermediate Ear Training I 2 credit(s) OR
AFR 224 - Jazz Theory I 2 credit(s)

Second Semester (19 credits)

ECE 255 - Fundamentals of Circuits and Electronics 4 credit(s)
HLM 200 - World Music Survey 3 credit(s)
ME 236 - Thermodynamics I 3 credit(s)
ME 466 - Advanced Topics in Engineering Acoustics 3 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Performing organization 1 credit(s)
UISC - Cultural and Historical Interpretation elective (UISC 180 or UISC 212D ) 3 credit(s) ⁵

Senior Year

First Semester (15 [18] credits)

M 220 - Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory 3 credit(s)
ME 340 - Fluid Mechanics 3 credit(s)
ME 450 - Vibrations II 3 credit(s)
ME 471 - Acoustic Capstone Preparation 1 credit(s)
Music History elective 3 credit(s)³¹
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Optional courses: Acoustics elective ⁸ or MPT 450 - Sound Technology I or WRT 215W - Introduction to Professional Writing

Second Semester (15 [18] credits)

ES 493 - Engineering Research 1–6 credit(s) (3 credits required) OR Acoustics elective 3 credit(s) ⁸
ME 430 - Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration 3 credit(s)
ME 461 - Acoustics Capstone Design for Engineering 3 credit(s)
Private music instruction 2 credit(s)
Performing organization 1 credit(s)
UISS 340D - Ethics in the Professions 3 credit(s) ⁵
Optional courses: Acoustics elective ⁸ MPT 451 - Sound Technology II or WRT 215W - Introduction to Professional Writing

Note(s):

See Program Requirement Notes-CETA for superscripts above.