ENGG 199.21 - Acoustic Waves and Devices

Description

This course introduces the physical principles, mathematical modeling, and device engineering applications of acoustic wave propagation. Topics include bulk and surface acoustic waves, piezoelectric transduction, impedance, resonance, and wave-material interactions. Students will explore how acoustic waves are used in devices for sensing, imaging, signal processing, and energy harvesting, with an emphasis on biomedical and microelectromechanical system (MEMS) applications. The course is open to both undergraduate students (as ENGS 85.15) and graduate students (as ENGG 199.21), with graduate students expected to complete additional assignments in homework and the final project to receive graduate-level credit.

Prerequisites

ENGS 23