Computational Ocean Acoustics OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Online Graduate Level Course on Ocean Acoustics
Students taking part in the 'Computational Ocean Acoustics' OpenCourseWare project will learn about wave equations for various fluid and visco-elastic media. Specific topics discussed include seismo-acoustic modeling of seabeds and wave-theory formulations of acoustic source radiation. Students with a background or seeking a degree in Ocean Engineering or Mechanical Engineering benefit the most from this course.
Computational Ocean Acoustics: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lecture Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Yes |
Computational Ocean Acoustics: Course Description
The free 'Computational Ocean Acoustics' course is taught by Professor Henrik Schmidt and is designed for students with an interest in ocean acoustics modeling. Specific instruction includes wave-theory formulations, wavenumber integration and ambient ocean noise modeling. The lecture schedule is split into topics in wavenumber integration, normal modes and parabolic equations. Homework problem sets comprise a majority of the course grade, and students will be expected to work with MATLAB to generate and analyze results. There is also a take-home exam towards the end of the course that comprises 40% of the grade. No final exam is required.
Lecture notes and six problem sets are available for download for free online. If you are interested in taking this course, please visit the computational ocean acoustics homepage.
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