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    • É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Engineering Analysis, Electronics, Telecommunications, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      622 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Medicare, Health Care, Long Term Care, Health Systems, Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Neurology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Multimedia, Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Data Mapping

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      GRAMMY GO

      Mixing and Completing Your Music Production

      Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Microwave engineering and antennas

      Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Wireless Networks, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Physics, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      The Music of American English Pronunciation

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Choral Music, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Music, Classical Music, Vibrations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      417 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Classify Radio Signals with PyTorch

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Feature Engineering, Digital Communications, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Telecommunications

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Michigan

      Hearing Loss in Children

      Skills you'll gain: Speech Language Pathology, Pediatrics, Speech Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Child Health, Parent Communication, Disabilities, Neurology, Working With Children, Public Health, Child Development, Patient Treatment, Special Education, Physical Therapy, Surgery, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Medical Equipment and Technology, Anatomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      234 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Material Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Science, Engineering, Semiconductors, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Measuring and Improving Speech Accuracy

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Google Cloud Platform

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Florida

      Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

      Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World Music, Culture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      147 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular acoustics courses

    • Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Mixing and Completing Your Music Production: GRAMMY GO
    • Microwave engineering and antennas: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • The Music of American English Pronunciation: University of California, Irvine
    • Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Classify Radio Signals with PyTorch: Coursera Project Network
    • Hearing Loss in Children: University of Michigan
    • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology

    Frequently Asked Questions about Acoustics

    Acoustics is a branch of science that examines how sound works and how it affects our lives. The study of acoustics is related to physics and dates back to ancient Greece and Pythagoras’ investigation of musical sounds. Acoustics encompasses sound production, transmission, biological effects, and physiological effects on an environment. Key concepts in acoustics include waves, vibration, frequency, amplification, diffraction, and power.‎

    Online courses can help you learn version control for several different programming languages and for many different programming environments. Version control is included in courses on Azure, Python, and Ruby on Rails as well as in stand-alone courses that cover Git. Courses can lead to Specializations and Professional Certificates, while Guided Projects can help you practice and refine skills you may already have. Whether you are looking to study computer science in-depth or just need to master version control for work, there is an online course at the level you need.‎

    Musicians, audiologists, and audio engineers use their knowledge of sound and sound waves on a regular basis. However, acoustics plays a role in several other careers that are less obvious. Architects and municipal planners use acoustics when designing buildings or deciding the best uses for plots of land. They consider how noise from one room or one building may carry to other spaces. Seismologists apply acoustical knowledge when studying shifts in the Earth or consulting with mining or drilling companies that need to map out their projects. You even find acoustics at work in a doctor’s office when technicians use ultrasound to examine patients’ bodies.‎

    Learning acoustics may be right for you if it aligns with your career and hobby interests. You can take general acoustics courses to refresh your knowledge or increase your understanding of fundamental acoustics concepts before moving on to more advanced studies. If you work in construction or interior design, taking an acoustics course can give you practical knowledge that you can apply to your current work. You may be able to distinguish yourself and your work from the competition. Learning acoustics can also be helpful in your hobbies like performing music, acting in community theater, and creating podcasts.‎

    Online Acoustics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Acoustics skills. With a wide range of Acoustics classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Acoustics career.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Acoustics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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