Postgraduate Course: Physics-based Modelling of Musical Instruments (PGPH11019)
Course Outline
School |
School of Physics and Astronomy |
College |
College of Science and Engineering |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Not available to visiting students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
Home subject area |
Postgraduate (School of Physics and Astronomy) |
Other subject area |
None |
Course website |
None |
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Course description |
In this course students become acquainted with specific methods for digital simulation of sound-producing systems, using models that are based on physical laws and principles. Particular emphasis is laid on the computer simulation of musical instruments and other sound-producing systems, within the efficiency constraints and control demands of artistic, creative and commercial environments. After a series of lectures and tutorials, students apply their skills in a project by writing a plug-in to MAX/MSP. |
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
Postgraduates only.
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Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
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Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 2, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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WebCT enabled: No |
Quota: None |
Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | 10:00 - 10:50 | | | | King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | | | | 10:00 - 10:50 |
First Class |
First class information not currently available |
Additional information |
Tuesday classes held in Lecture Room A, Peter Wilson Building.
Classes from 10-11am
Friday class held in 2214 JCMB
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course it is intended that a student will be able to:
(1) demonstrate knowledge and understanding of methods of digital simulation of acoustic systems;
(2)identify, simplify and apply appropriate methods for discretisation of physics-based sound models in the context of specific technological constraints and artistic/creative demands;
(3) carry out mathematical calculations and derivations associated with modelling and simulation of acoustic systems;
(4) successfully implement a discrete-time computer model of a musical instrument or other sound source. |
Assessment Information
Project work, 100% |
Special Arrangements
Not entered |
Contacts
Course organiser |
Prof Murray Campbell
Tel: (0131 6)50 5262
Email: D.M.Campbell@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Ms Tammy Kelly
Tel: (0131 6)51 4230
Email: Tammy.Kelly@ed.ac.uk |
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