Module 7 Overview, Learning Objectives and Content

Wave Motion and Sound-Overview, Learning Objectives and Content

Why does your voice sound different when talking to someone face-to-face or under water in a pool? What is a wavelength? What is frequency? How does interference of waves amplify or eliminate sounds? Look inside this module to find answers to these questions.

Overview

Topics included in this module that we will cover are, waves motions and sounds. We will learn the basics of waves, vibrations, sound and the impact on sound that different media have. We will also explore reflection, refraction and interference of waves-including constructive and destructive interference.

Module 7 Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Solve elementary problems involving vibrations, waves and sounds
  • Given the wavelengths, identify what type of wave it is.
  • Calculate the velocity of a wave.
  • Distinguish the differences between vibrations and waves.

 

Content

This module will take a look at wave motion and sound. It will give us a better understanding of how waves impact our daily lives. Utilize all of the following resources to help you with your comprehension of this subject.

Activities to enhance learning:

  • Videos
  • Interactive tutorials
  • Practice Problems

Assignments and Graded Assessments:

  • Lab -Water Waves in an Electric Sink
  • Module 7 Wave Motion and Sound Assessment