Program Overview

Introduction to Acoustical Engineering

The Multidisciplinary Engineering (MDE) concentration of Acoustical Engineering attracts problem solvers and opportunity makers interested in sound in the natural or made world. Acoustical engineers may be concerned with limiting unwanted sound (noise) or improving and enhancing sound quality. Students interested in acoustical engineering are sometimes musicians or have an interest in how sound impacts the environment around us.

Potential Industries and Work

• Construction
• Defense
• Automotive
• Entertainment
• Technology
• Health and ecological or biological sciences Potential work includes designing acoustically efficient settings (music halls to the inside of a car) to designing ear buds, head phones, microphones, and hearing aids. They may be involved in consulting, or even work in the military or military contracting using acoustics to support our armed forces and naval defense systems.

Program Details

About the Program

The Acoustical Engineering program is part of the Multidisciplinary Engineering concentration.

Degree Requirements

Degree requirements for the Acoustical Engineering program can be found through the Purdue Office of the Registrar University Catalog.

Research and Community

Research Overview

The field of acoustical engineering involves the study and application of sound in various environments.

Community Engagement

The program has a strong community of alumni, with notable achievements including Oscar Otero, '19 MDE Acoustical Engineering, who has taken on a role for DEI in acoustical consulting, and Phil Zumbrun (Multidisciplinary Engineering-Acoustical Engineering '10), who achieved the "40 under 40" list of whos-who in Consulting and Specifying Engineer Magazine.

Additional Information

History

The history of the Acoustical Engineering program at Purdue University is not explicitly stated in the provided context, but it is part of the broader School of Engineering Education.

Alumni and Students

The program has a strong network of alumni and current students, with opportunities for student advising, capstone design, and careers in acoustical engineering.

Resources and Reports

Resources for students include tutoring, program data, and the fundamentals of engineering.