Anyone seeking a scientifically grounded introduction to acoustics or needing to quickly inform themselves about specific areas of acoustics will find this work to be very helpful. It covers the fundamentals of sound generation and sound propagation, the production of sound with musical instruments, language development, and hearing. Additional chapters address room and building acoustics, noise control, underwater acoustics, ultrasound, electroacoustics, and much more. The book is primarily aimed at students of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and environmental engineering, but it is also relevant for engineers, architects, and scientists who need to deal with acoustics-related issues.