Czech

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- use the correct method for automated measurement of a given quantity,
On completion of the course, students are able to:
- create an automated measurement project for typical applications in acoustics, electroacoustics and audio engineering,
- perform bulk processing of measured data using a spreadsheet editor,
- create and edit macros in the VBA for bulk processing of measured data,
- create functions in C and VBA for remote control of automated measurement systems.

Knowledge of principles and control of instruments for measuring voltage, current and frequency, knowledge of the operation of digital generators, oscilloscopes and spectral analyzers, knowledge of principles of measurement of current, voltage, frequency, impedance and total harmonic distortion, knowledge of C language and work with spreadsheet editor are required.

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Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in article 7 of the BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.
- Lectures provide explanations of the basic principles, subject methodology, examples of problems and their solutions.
- Laboratory exercises support practical mastering of the themes presented in lectures. Active participation of students is required.
Participation in lectures is recommended. Participation in other ways of instruction is checked.
Course is taking advantage of e-learning (Moodle) system.

Evaluation of study results follow the BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations and Dean's Regulation complementing the BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations. Up to 40 points can be obtained for elaboration of all laboratory exercises. The minimal scope of the elaboration of a particular laboratory exercise and the complementary questions are specified by a regulation issued by the guarantor of the course and updated for every academic year. Up to 60 points are given for the final examination, and it is necessary to get at least 20 points for its successful completion.

1. Analysis of sound signals: Fourier analysis, order analysis, constant percentage bandwidth analysis, frequency weighting filters, measurement environment - free field, half-space free field, diffusion field, pressure field, simulated free field conditions, anechoic, semi-anechoic and reverberation chamber
2. Statistical analysis of measurements: equivalent level, time weighting, histogram, probability levels, measurement uncertainties; basics of metrology - meters, standards, calibration and verification
3. Sound level meter: microphone, preamplifier, quality classes of sound level meters; calibration of the measuring chain - acoustic, electroacoustic, reciprocal calibration, calibration in free and diffusion field
4. Measurement of acoustic quantities: measurement of emission levels of sound pressure, measurement of noise and noise exposure, measurement of sound intensity, measurement of acoustic power by measuring intensity and by integration of sound pressure, noise sources identification
5. Methods of sound systems analysis: closed and open loop measurements, narrowband and wideband measurement signals, MLS, TDS methods and two-channel spectral analysis, spectrum analysis using bandpass filters and DFT, analysis of nonlinear systems
6. Practical aspects of sound device measurement: steady state measurement, averaging of values, smoothing, equalization and compensation of measuring chain delay.
7. Measurement of audio devices: terminology and calculation methods according to IEC 60268-1, measurement of amplifiers according to IEC 60268-3, measurement of digital audio devices according to AES17, measurement of multichannel devices
8. Measurement of microphones: impedance, sensitivity, frequency and directional characteristics, nonlinearity, dynamic range, measurement of microphone parameters according to IEC 60268-4
9. Loudspeaker measurement: near and far field measurement, loudspeaker installation, test signals, impedance, sensitivity, frequency and directional characteristics, harmonic, differential, modulation and rub & buzz distortion, loudspeaker parameter measurement according to IEC 60268-5, TS parameter measurement
10. Measurement of headphones: construction of headphones, acoustic impedance of the ear and its simulation, types of ear simulators and their properties, measurement of headphone parameters according to IEC 60268-7
11. Subjective methods of quality and comprehensibility evaluation: C-V-C tests, RT and DRT tests, MOS, ABX, ABS, MUSHRA methods; practical implementation of tests - selection of subjects and material, training and evaluation stages
12. Objective methods of assessment of quality and intelligibility: articulation index, evaluation of speech intelligibility by speech transmission index according to IEC 60268-16 - Full STI, STIPA and STIEL method, practical measurement procedure; perceptual approach to sound and speech quality assessment, intrusive and non-intrusive methods
13. Professional lecture - case studies of measurements in acoustics, electroacoustics and measurement of audio equipment

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The aim of the course is to introduce students to modern methods of measurements in acoustics, electroacoustics and audio technology.

It is obligatory to undergo all laboratory exercises in regular or alternative terms to complete the course. Other forms of checked instruction are specified by a regulation issued by the guarantor of the course and updated for every academic year.

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AES17-2015, AES standard method for digital audio engineering - Measurement of digital audio equipment. Audio Engineering Society, Inc., 2015. (EN)
BALLOU, Glen. A sound engineer´s guide to audio test and measurement. Amsterdam: Elsevier, Focal Press, 2009, vi, 179 s. ISBN 978-0-240-81265-6. (EN)
BRIXEN, E., B. Audio Metering - Measurements, Standards and Practice, 2nd edition. Focal Press, 2011. ISBN: 978-0-240-81467-4 (EN)

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