1. estimate the acoustical properties of spaces
2. design the acoustical treatment
3. choose appropriate elements of acoustical treatment
4. design acoustical elements
5. apply acquired knowledge for calculation of reverberation time, speech intelligibility and music clarity
6. arrange the acoustical requirements into a project task
7. appraise critical acoustical parameters depending on specific use of hall

The theory behind the room acoustical phenomena is explained. These phenomena are also explained through demonstrations, where applicable.

Calculation tasks based on theory are solved in class.

The students are required to write an essay on a topic of choice, within the scope of the course. As the task of the final project, the students need to choose a room and design the acoustics inside using any kind of room acoustics simulation software, following all the demands and guidelines with respect to the size and the purpose of the chosen space.

The students are acquainted with the design, measurement and evaluation techniques used in room acoustics, and are motivated to use them by working in small groups.

1. Helmholtz equation
2. Acoustic impedance
3. Room shape; Room volume
4. Natural frequencies of spaces, standing waves
5. Objective acoustic parameters of spaces, Subjective acoustic parameters of spaces
6. Optimal and suboptimal values of acoustic parameters
7. Elements for adjustable acoustics
8. Midterm exam
9. Anechoic chambers, Reverberation chambers, Other measurement spaces
10. Acoustic measurement of spaces, In-situ measurements
11. Multifunctional spaces; Adjustment of the use of spaces
12. Geometrical acoustics, Virtual source methods, Ray tracing methods
13. Hybrid and other methods, Numerical models of spaces, Auralization process; Binaural and B-format impulse response
14. Project
15. Final exam