University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: TBC

This module will provide seminar- and practical-based work on both active and passive uses of acoustics in the marine environment. It investigates sound propagation in the ocean, use of sound by man as a sampling tool (active acoustic sampling of the water column and seabed), and use of sound by marine mammals for communication and prey detection (as monitored by humans using passive listening techniques). It will also examine sound-based conflicts between humans and marine organisms. Two practical sessions will be included, one looking at active use of sound by humans gathering data at sea, the other exploring sound transmission at sea.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 28

Guided independent study hours: 122

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 75%
Practical examinations : 25%
Coursework: 0%

Personnel