SOUND PHYSICS AND ACOUSTIC PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ODY146	SOUND PHYSICS AND ACOUSTIC	2	2	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. DENİZ YILDIZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. NİHAN ÜNLÜ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of the course is to gain knowledge and attitudes about the formation of wave movements, their behavior, their characteristics and what the sound is, how they are formed, their characteristics, and their progress in the outer and middle ear.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Principles of sound physics, acoustic structure of quiet rooms used in audiometric investigations, Reverberation, Psychological characteristics of sound, Calibration principles between measuring instruments and human ear, Acoustic structure of speech and phonetic

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines sound wave.
Analyzes how sound waves are generated.
Categorizes sound waves according to wave types.
Explains the behavior of sound waves.
Explains the nuances of sound intensity, quality of sound and timbre.
Explains the relationship between resonance phenomenon and acoustic impedance.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	What is sound and what are the physical properties of sound?	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
2	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Basic concepts of sound physics and acoustics	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
3	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Basic concepts of sound physics and acoustics	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
4	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Principles of sound physics	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
5	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Sound pressure, intensity, frequency, wavelength	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
6	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Acoustic	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
7	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Acoustic principles of hearing system	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Acoustic principles of hearing system	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
10	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Measuring equipment	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
11	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Acoustic structure of quiet rooms	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
12	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	reverberation	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
13	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Psychological effects of sound	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
14	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Acoustic structure of speech	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
15	Literature review, Group research, Web-based research, Individual research, Related textbook - Chapter-Pages	Psychoacoustic perception	Presentation, Discussion, Individual study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the basic information on the science of language and speech in order to identify and interpret necessary approaches for his/her patients.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Identifies the main phenomenons, principles, processes and practices of language and speech science, explains the methods in the field and makes a basic level of analysis and evaluation.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the ability to plan a proper language and speech therapy program via his/her theoretical and practical knowledge.		1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To prepare the language and speech therapy profession according to ethical rules, assimilate the multidisciplinary approach, to prepare the necessary screening programs for healthy and / or problem groups in accordance with contemporary medical rules, to evaluate the patients with language and speech disorders, to identify the problems, and to find appropriate re / habilitation programs have the skills to prepare, determine the necessary tools and apply them.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collaborates with main medical fields.				3
2	Evaluates and interprets the problems about language and speech disorder of his/her patients guided by relevant specialist, asks consultation from other departments in case of need.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	In addition to measuring the effectiveness, continuity and quality of the services related to language and speech therapy, it also conducts training and practice studies on language and speech science.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Performs his/her duties of expertise in the eyes of judicial authorities and private and government agencies.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Enables the development of professional standards and policies, determines planning and execution of the assessment and rehabilitation approaches, identifies the efficient applications of new knowledge-based methods and programs and contributes to improve professional and technical standarts.		1

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	5	4	20
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	4	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	54	0	126