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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Acoustics
Area of study
Engineering
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Acoustical Engineering and Music program at the University of Hartford combines engineering and music, preparing students for careers in acoustical engineering or graduate school. The Mechanical Engineering with Acoustics Concentration offers a specialized focus on acoustics within the Mechanical Engineering degree. Both programs provide hands-on experience, research opportunities, and industry connections, preparing graduates for successful careers in acoustics-related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- The Acoustical Engineering and Music program is a unique interdisciplinary program offered in collaboration with The Hartt School at the University of Hartford.
- The program is designed to prepare graduates for successful careers in the field of acoustical engineering or for further study in graduate school.
Outline:
- Core Classes:
- Fundamentals of Architectural and Musical Acoustics
- Acoustic Engineering by Design Project
- Advanced Topics in Engineering Acoustics
- Vibrations 2
- Acoustic Capstone Preparation
- Acoustics Capstone Design Project for Engineering
- Electives:
- Acoustic Research Project
- Acoustic Modeling & Auralization
- Turbomachinery Noise Control
- Introduction to Professional Writing
- Music History electives
- Music Focus:
- Ear training
- Private lessons
- Orchestra participation
- Immersive Labs:
- Anechoic chamber
- Reverberation Room
Assessment:
- Assessment methods and criteria used in the program are not explicitly mentioned in the context.
- However, it is likely that various methods are used, including:
- exams
- assignments
- projects
- presentations
- participation
Teaching:
- Teaching methods in the program likely include:
- lectures
- discussions
- hands-on labs
- individual and group projects
- guest lectures
- field trips
- The faculty for the program are experienced and qualified in both engineering and music.
- The program is committed to providing a supportive and challenging learning environment for its students.
Careers:
- Graduates of the program have gone on to work at a variety of companies and organizations, including:
- Apple
- Bose Loudspeakers
- Cerami Consultants in Acoustics
- General Dynamics Electric Boat
- Starkey Hearing Aids
- Pratt & Whitney
- Telefunken
- The program prepares graduates for careers in:
- acoustics consulting
- product development
- research and development
- education
- and more
Other:
- The program offers students the opportunity to:
- work on real-life acoustics application projects
- participate in research opportunities
- present their work at conferences
- study abroad
- It combines a rigorous mechanical engineering curriculum with the same core and elective classes as the Acoustical Engineering and Music program.
- The program is designed to prepare graduates for successful careers in the field of mechanical engineering with a focus on acoustics.
Outline:
- Core Classes:
- Electives:
- Additional mechanical engineering electives
Assessment:
- Assessment methods and criteria used in the program are not explicitly mentioned in the context.
- The program prepares graduates for careers in:
- mechanical engineering
- acoustics design
- noise control
- and more
Other:
- The program offers students the opportunity to:
- work on real-life acoustics application projects
- participate in research opportunities
- present their work at conferences
- study abroad
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
Acoustical Engineering and Music
Admission Requirements:
- Applicants must possess the math and science background required of all engineering students.
- Applicants must successfully pass the entrance requirements of The Hartt School, including an audition.
Mathematics:
- Four years of high school mathematics are required, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus.
- A strong foundation in trigonometry and calculus is highly recommended.
Science:
- Three years of high school science are required, including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- A strong foundation in Physics is crucial for success in the program.
Music:
- Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in a musical instrument and music theory.
- This can be achieved through private lessons, participation in an orchestra or ensemble, or other musical experiences.
Audition:
- Applicants must audition on their primary instrument for a faculty member of The Hartt School.
- The audition should demonstrate the applicant's technical ability, musicality, and potential for growth.
- A complete list of admission requirements for all CETA programs can be found here.
Mechanical Engineering with Acoustics Concentration
Admission Requirements:
- Applicants must possess the math and science background required of all engineering students.
Mathematics:
- Four years of high school mathematics are required, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus.
- A strong foundation in trigonometry and calculus is highly recommended.
Science:
- Three years of high school science are required, including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- A strong foundation in Physics is crucial for success in the program.
- A complete list of admission requirements for all CETA programs can be found here.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- For both programs:*
English Language Proficiency:
- All applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency.
- This can be done by achieving a minimum score on the TOEFL or IELTS考试.
- The minimum TOEFL score required is 550 (paper-based) or 80 (internet-based).
- The minimum IELTS score required is 6.5.
Conclusion:
Entry Requirements:
- Acoustical Engineering and Music: Math and science background, music proficiency, and successful audition at The Hartt School.
- Mechanical Engineering with Acoustics Concentration: Math and science background.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English language proficiency for non-native speakers, demonstrated by TOEFL or IELTS scores.
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