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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

Program 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.

Benefits

The Architectural Acoustics programme by Swayam will help candidates understand Architecture and Building in depth. The course will provide them with a comprehensive knowledge of acoustical science, from its fundamental concepts to applications.

As candidates will become well versed with acoustics and noise, they will be able to design spaces to achieve good sound quality. Besides, since NPTEL and IIT Kharagpur accredit the course, candidates can leverage the certification in Architectural Acoustics to find lucrative roles in Architectural design firms and Acoustical consultancy companies.

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

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.

Filling the form

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

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.

The Syllabus

Introducing Acoustics of Architecture and Building Physics
Introduction to Sound-characteristics and measurement (frequency, intensity, loudness)
Historical Overview of Sound

Sound behaviour in closed spaces
Reverberation and Room acoustics
Concepts behind reverberation and time

Sound Absorption
General Description of acoustic materials (carpets, absorbers, tiles, fibreboards, etc.)
Construction, selection, and uses of materials in buildings

Geometrical Acoustics- Principles
Acoustical Criteria of Space Design
Design criteria for speech and music
Designing classrooms, studios, Church, Cathedrals, and lecture halls

Design of Auditorium and Motion Picture Hall
Principles in designing an auditorium
Different acoustical defects in the auditorium and their solution
Acoustical correction design and modification techniques

Free field propagation of sound
Open-air acoustics
Electro-acoustics & Open-Air auditorium
Concept and layout of electro-acoustical systems
Acoustics and landscape elements
Design fundamentals of open-air theatre

Sound transmission through wall and partition
Air & Structure Borne Sound Propagation
Propagation of mechanical operational noise & impact noise

Environmental Acoustics: Types and Measurements of noise
Reduction of noise by Regional Planning Consideration and Town Planning

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.