ECE4605

Audio systems

(ENG)

G K Cambrell

4 points + 26 lectures, 26 hours of tutorial and laboratory classes + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: ECE3102 or ECS3312, ECE3603 or ECS3361 + Prohibitions: ECS4368, ECE5605

Synopsis: Acoustics. Microphones. Loudspeakers: direct-radiator, horn-loaded, large-area, system design. Measurement techniques. Recording and playback: analog and digital. Feedback concepts: loop gain, return difference, stability, sensitivity. Amplifier transfer functions, distortion and noise. Class A, AB and B audio power amplifiers.

Assessment: Examination (3 hours): 70% + Laboratory and assignment work: 30%