An introduction to architectural acoustics, aimed at engineers and architects as well as students of building sciences. The book covers the theoretical fundamentals of acoustics, auditory perception, sound propagation outdoor, and room acoustics. Practical examples and exercises with solutions complete the volume.

Contents

Introduction.- Psychoacoustics.- Physical fundamentals of sound propagation.- Sound propagation outdoors.- Room acoustics.- Practical aspects of different types of use.- Exercises.- Solutions to the exercises.- References.

Target Audience

Architects and engineers who wish to enter the field of acoustics
Students in building sciences who want to deepen their knowledge of acoustics
Experienced professionals seeking a reference work on acoustics with extensive bibliographic resources