This course surveys the physics concepts related to music and is aimed primarily at non-science students. The course covers the propagation of sound, as well as the production and perception of music. Physics concepts will be illustrated using demonstrations and hands-on laboratory activities. Students will have the opportunity to perform simple physics experiments on actual musical instruments.
Prerequisites
Precalculus 11 with a C or VCC MATH 0861/0871 with a C or 72% on the VCC Intermediate algebra assessment.
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What you will learn
- The Nature of Sound
Waves and Vibrations
Sources of Sound
Sound Propagation
Sound Intensity and Its Measurement
The Production of Music
Classes of Instruments
Sound Reproduction
The Perception of Music
The ingredients of Music (melodies, harmonies, scales etc...)
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.