SPLH 120 - The Physics of Speech

Institution:

Washburn University

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Description:

N An introduction to the acoustic structure of speech intended for nonscience majors. Emphasis will be placed on the methods and standards by which scientists measure and evaluate the physical characteristics of speech. Topics will include: simple harmonic motion, the propagation of sound waves, aerodynamic aspects of vocal fold vibration, resonance, digital speech processing, frequency analysis, and speech synthesis. Three class hours and one laboratory per week. (Same as LING 120.) Prerequisite: MATH 101 or 104 or equivalent. LEC

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.washburn.edu

Phone Number:

(785) 670-1010

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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