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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Architectural Acoustics certification course consists of eight modules that are clubbed into three sub-sections. The first section focuses on an introduction to the course and sound physics; the second part teaches space acoustic design, while the third part covers the core aspects of environmental noise control-air and structure-borne.

Backed with models that can be used by Acoustical Consultancies and Architectural Designers for their induction programmes, the Architectural Acoustics course by Swayam is designed for a neutral audience. However, candidates are required to possess some knowledge of Architecture, Mathematics, and Physics to enrol in the course.

Moreover, this eight-week core is an undergraduate-level course and falls under the category of Architecture and Planning. Prof. Sumana Gupta and Prof. Shankha Pratim Bhattacharya from IIT Kharagpur teach this online course. Besides, this course is free to learn from, with an option to appear for a proctored exam at designated centres for a nominal fee of Rs 1000.

The Highlights

NPTEL recognised course
Optional certificate and exam
Skilled faculty
Well-researched syllabus
Real-time case studies
Undergraduate level training
Architecture and Planning course

Programme Offerings

Comprehensive Syllabus
online learning
Expert Faculty
8-week extensive programme
real-time case studies
Free Programme
course certificate

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 1000	yes	IIT Kharagpur

You can register for the Architectural Acoustics programme by Swayam for free. But to avail a certificate, you need to pay a nominal exam fee and appear for a proctored exam.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess a basic knowledge of Physics, Architecture, and Mathematics to join the Architectural Acoustics programme by Swayam.

Moreover, candidates need to meet two criteria to be eligible for the certificate. From the total eight assignments given in the course, the best six performances will be selected, and an average of 25% will be the minimum for an assignment score.

A minimum of 75% of 100 in the proctored exam score will contribute to the final score. The final score is calculated by adding the scores of the average assignment score and exam score.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Urban Planning

Completion of the Architectural Acoustics online course will help you acquire expertise in:

The fundamentals of acoustics
Various characteristics of sound, its origin, propagation, auditory sensation, and measurement techniques
Ability to differentiate the behaviour of sound in open and closed spaces using mathematical calculations
Knowledge of sound absorption and reverberation
How to design spaces to achieve good sound quality

Who it is for

ArchitectLandscape ArchitectInterior Architect

Anyone interested in Architectural Acoustics can join the course, albeit they have a foundation knowledge of Physics, Mathematics, and Architecture.

Admission Details

Log onto the course’s official webpage.
You will land on the course page with complete details of the curriculum.
To join the certification course, candidates need first to register with Swayam using the “sign-up” tab available on the page.
On the sign-up page, enter the contact details to complete the enrolment procedure.

Application Details

Candidates can participate in the Architectural Acoustics online course by simply signing up with Swayam.

The Syllabus

Introduction to Architectural Acoustics and Building Physics
Introduction and historical overview
Characteristic and measurement of sound
Frequency
Intensity
Loudness.

Room Acoustics and Reverberation:
- Behaviourof sound in an enclosed space
- Concept of reverberation and reverberation time

Sound Absorption:General description of acoustical materials -
- acoustical tiles
- fiberboard
- resonator absorption unit absorber
- carpets
- acoustical plaster
- resilient packing composite materials, etc.
- Their use, selection criteria and construction.

Acoustical Criteria of Space Design:
- Principle of geometrical acoustics
- Design criteria for speech and music
- Design of Lecture hall
- Studio
- Classroom,
- Church and Cathedral.

Design Principles of Auditorium:
- Different acoustical defects in the auditorium and its solution
- Acoustical correction design and modification techniques
- Design of Auditorium and motion picture hall.

Electro- Acoustics & Open-Air Auditorium:
- Concept and layout of electro acoustical systems
- Free field propagation of sound
- Open air acoustics
- Acoustics and landscape elements
- Designfundamentals of open-air theatre

Air & Structure Borne Sound Propagation:
- Propagation of noise of mechanical operation and impact noise
- sound transmission through wall and partition.

Environmental Acoustics:
- Type
- Measurement of noise
- Reduction of noise by Town Planning and Regional Planning consideration.

Instructors

IIT Kharagpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of this course?

The Swayam NPTEL Architectural Acoustics course is an eight-week programme.

2: What is the level of this course?

The Architectural Acoustics course is an undergraduate level programme.

3: What category does this course fall under?

This course is an Architecture and Planning core course.

4: Who will instruct this course?

Dr Sumana Gupta, an Assistant Professor in the Architecture and Regional Planning department at IIT Kharagpur, and Dr. Shankha Pratim Bhattacharya, who is an Architectural Engineer by profession, will instruct this course.

5: Who can enroll in this course?

Anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of Architecture Acoustics can join this course for free.