In this course, you will be introduced to methods of reproducing a recorded or synthesised sound field through ambisonic modelling approaches to create the illusion of hearing a true three-dimensional acoustic environment.

These approaches can be used to support a variety of professional and research applications including investigations into acoustic environments of real or imagined spaces; describing the acoustic ecology of landscapes and built environments; and analysing and specifying the design of products and materials that make up our environments. They can also be used in support of the design of virtual walkthroughs, visual installation work, surround-sound gaming, film and animation and interaction design.

This course introduces core principles of designing immersive sound environments providing you with hands-on experience in unique recording and synthesis techniques to support the design of three-dimensionally modelled sound fields and real-world spaces using freely available software technologies.

This course is a component of a major and minor offered by the BH104P25 Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) program.