Course on Acoustic Modeling in Urban Environments
About our
The Acoustic Modeling in Urban Environments course explores the use of advanced techniques to simulate and analyze sound propagation in urban environments. It focuses on the use of acoustic modeling tools and specialized software to predict and optimize acoustic comfort in cities. Factors such as noise sources, urban geometry, building materials, and vegetation are studied with the aim of mitigating noise and improving the quality of life for citizens. Case studies and practical exercises for applying these techniques in urban design are included. The course provides knowledge on the application of environmental acoustics, noise pollution analysis, and the implementation of noise mitigation strategies, such as the creation of noise barriers and the planning of quiet zones. It allows participants to develop skills for assessing the environmental impact of noise, contributing to sustainable urban planning and improved public health. Research and development of innovative solutions for urban noise control are encouraged.
Course on Acoustic Modeling in Urban Environments
- Format: Online
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
750 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Urban Acoustic Modeling: Sound Prediction and Optimization
## What Will You Learn in Urban Acoustic Modeling: Sound Prediction and Optimization?
Through this course, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to understand, predict, and optimize sound in urban environments. You will delve into the fundamental principles of acoustics and advanced modeling tools, enabling you to address complex noise pollution problems and design innovative solutions.
1. **Fundamentals of Acoustics and Sound Propagation:**
* Understand key acoustic concepts, including frequency, wavelength, amplitude, and intensity.
* Analyze sound propagation in different urban environments, considering factors such as reflection, refraction, diffraction, and absorption.
* Become familiar with regulations and standards related to environmental noise.
2. **Computational Acoustic Modeling:**
* Use specialized software to model sound propagation in complex urban environments.
* * Create accurate models of noise sources, such as vehicular traffic, industrial activity, and point sources.
* Incorporate topography, buildings, and other urban elements into the models.
3. **Noise Analysis and Prediction:**
* Interpret the results of acoustic models to predict noise levels in different locations.
* Analyze noise maps and understand their meaning.
* Evaluate the impact of noise on people’s health and well-being.
4. **Acoustic Optimization and Solution Design:**
* Design solutions to reduce noise in urban environments, such as acoustic barriers, sound-absorbing screens, and special pavements.
* Optimize the location of noise sources and urban planning to minimize the impact of noise.
* Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
5. **Practical Applications and Case Studies:**
* Apply the acquired knowledge to real-world urban acoustic modeling case studies.
* Analyze acoustic design projects and learn from best practices.
* Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills in the field of urban acoustics.
1. Mastery of Acoustic Modeling in Urban Environments
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**Fundamentals of Urban Acoustics:** You will understand the basic principles governing sound propagation in cities, including reflection, refraction, diffraction, and absorption on different surfaces and in various environments.
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**Modeling of Sound Sources:** You will learn to identify and model various sources of urban noise, such as vehicular traffic, industrial activities, construction, and social events, using specialized software.
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**Simulation of Sound Propagation:** You will develop skills to simulate sound propagation in complex urban environments, considering building geometry, the presence of obstacles, and weather conditions.
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**Analysis of Noise Pollution:** You will evaluate ambient noise levels in different urban areas, using simulation models and measurement data to identify high-impact zones and determine the factors that contribute to noise pollution.
- **Case Studies and Practical Applications:** You will analyze real-world case studies and apply your knowledge to practical projects, such as assessing the acoustic impact of a new urban development, designing a noise barrier for a highway, or optimizing the sound insulation of a building.
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**Model Validation and Calibration:** You will learn to validate and calibrate acoustic models using measurement data, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the results obtained.
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**Trends and Advances in Acoustic Modeling:** You will explore the latest trends and advances in the field of urban acoustic modeling, including the use of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and advanced 3D modeling.
**Acoustic Design Optimization:** You will acquire the knowledge to design and evaluate noise mitigation solutions, such as acoustic barriers, sound-absorbing screens, special pavements, and the design of buildings with good sound insulation.
**Acoustic Modeling Tools and Software:** You will become familiar with the most widely used tools and software in urban acoustic modeling, such as SoundPLAN, Odeon, CadnaA, and other specialized programs.
**Acoustic Regulations and Legislation:** You will learn about the regulations and standards related to environmental noise in urban areas, including permissible noise limits, measurement methods, and control strategies.
**Acoustic Regulations and Legislation:**
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Exploration of Acoustic Modeling for Cities
4. Exploring Acoustic Modeling for Cities
- Understand the fundamentals of environmental acoustics and its impact on the urban environment.
- Identify and analyze the main sources of noise in cities, including vehicular traffic, industrial activities, and specific noise sources.
- Master acoustic modeling techniques to simulate sound propagation in complex urban environments.
- Use specialized acoustic modeling software to create 3D models of cities and analyze noise distribution.
- Evaluate the effect of different variables, such as building configuration, the presence of vegetation, and topography, on sound propagation.
- Apply the acquired knowledge to design noise mitigation strategies, such as the implementation of noise barriers, urban planning, and traffic management.
- Interpret the results of acoustic models and generate accurate technical reports.
- Explore case studies of real cities and analyze the solutions implemented to improve the acoustic quality of the urban environment.
Become familiar with the regulations and standards related to environmental noise and urban planning.
Develop communication skills to present the results of acoustic modeling and propose solutions to different stakeholders.
5. Urban Acoustic Modeling: Noise Design and Evaluation
5. Urban Acoustic Modeling: Noise Design and Evaluation
- Identify and quantify urban noise sources: vehicular traffic, industrial activities, construction, etc.
- Understand sound propagation in urban environments: effects of reflection, diffraction, and absorption.
- Use acoustic modeling software to simulate complex noise scenarios: predict sound levels.
- Evaluate the impact of noise on human health and the environment: analyze noise maps and acoustic zoning.
- Design noise mitigation solutions: acoustic barriers, sound-absorbing pavements, urban planning.
- Apply noise regulations and standards: compliance with noise limits and permit management.
- Conduct on-site acoustic measurements: use of sound level meters and spectrum analyzers for model validation.
- Analyze noise behavior under different climates and weather conditions.
- Develop communication and citizen participation strategies for noise control projects.
- Implement long-term noise monitoring and control techniques: acoustic surveillance and management systems.
6. Urban Acoustic Modeling: Advanced Techniques and Practical Applications
- Fundamentals of urban acoustics: Understanding the theoretical basis of sound propagation in urban environments.
- Modeling noise sources: Identifying and characterizing the main noise sources in the city (traffic, industry, human activities).
- Acoustic simulation techniques: Using specialized software to simulate sound propagation, considering factors such as topography, buildings, and materials.
- Modeling sound propagation: Applying mathematical models to predict how sound propagates under different urban conditions and scenarios.
- Analysis of sound-surface interaction: Studying how sound interacts with surfaces (absorption, reflection, diffraction) and its impact on urban acoustics.
- Assessment of environmental noise: Measuring and analyzing noise levels in different urban areas, using standard tools and methodologies.
- Implementation of noise mitigation strategies: Designing and implementing solutions for
- Reduce noise pollution, such as through noise barriers, sound-absorbing pavements, and urban planning.
- Practical applications: Develop real-world urban acoustic modeling projects, such as acoustic impact analysis of new infrastructure, optimization of acoustics in public spaces, and noise assessment in residential environments.
- Acoustic modeling tools and software: Become familiar with the main tools and software used in urban acoustic modeling.
- Regulations and standards: Understand the regulations and standards related to environmental noise at the national and international levels.
Who this program is for:
Course on Acoustic Modeling in Urban Environments
- Engineers with degrees in Acoustics, Environmental, Telecommunications, or related fields.
- Professionals in acoustic consulting, sound engineering, architecture, and urban planning.
- Technicians and specialists in environmental impact studies, urban planning, and noise management.
- Researchers and academics interested in urban acoustic modeling and simulation.
Recommended requirements: Basic knowledge of acoustics and physics; ES/EN B2 level.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 1 — Introduction to Urban Acoustic Modeling
1.1 Fundamentals of Sound: Physics and Acoustics
1.2 Principles of Acoustic Modeling: Key Concepts
1.3 Urban Noise: Sources and Characteristics
1.4 Acoustic Modeling Software: Introduction
1.5 Acoustic Parameters: Measurements and Units
1.6 Input Data: Sources of Acoustic Information
1.7 Sound Propagation Modeling: Methods
1.8 Acoustic Simulation in Urban Environments
1.9 Visualization and Analysis of Results
1.10 Introduction to Acoustic Optimization
2.2 Fundamentals of Sound: Basic Principles and Propagation
2.2 Introduction to Acoustic Modeling: Key Concepts and Tools
2.3 Urban Noise: Sources, Types, and Problems
2.4 Acoustic Parameters: Noise Measurement and Evaluation
2.5 Acoustic Modeling Software: Exploration and Comparison
2.6 Geometric Modeling: Creating Digital Urban Environments
2.7 Sound Sources: Definition and Characterization
2.8 Importance of Urban Acoustic Modeling
2.9 The Impact of Sound on the Environment
2.20 Projects: Initial Simulations and Analysis
3.3 Modeling Urban Noise Sources: Identification and Characterization
3.2 Creating Urban Acoustic Models: Software and Methodologies
3.3 Validating and Calibrating Acoustic Models: Measurements and Analysis
3.4 Simulating Acoustic Scenarios: Tools and Techniques
3.5 Analyzing Sound Propagation in Urban Environments
3.6 Implementing Noise Mitigation Solutions: Design and Evaluation
3.7 Case Studies: Evaluating Urban Projects
3.8 Interpreting Results and Model-Based Decision Making
3.9 Reporting and Communicating Results
3.30 Future Trends in Urban Acoustic Simulation
4.4 Fundamentals of urban acoustic modeling: key concepts and definitions.
4.2 Tools and software for acoustic modeling: an overview.
4.3 Noise sources in urban environments: identification and characterization.
4.4 Sound propagation in cities: attenuation modeling.
4.5 Modeling sound reflection and diffraction in buildings and urban structures.
4.6 Modeling acoustic barriers and their impact on noise reduction.
4.7 Analysis of acoustic data: interpretation of results and model validation.
4.8 Applications of acoustic modeling in urban design: practical examples.
4.9 The role of acoustic modeling in environmental noise planning and management.
4.40 Future trends in urban acoustic modeling and their impact on quality of life.
5.5 Fundamentals of Urban Noise: Origin and Sources
5.5 Key Acoustic Parameters for Assessment
5.3 Modeling Tools: Selection and Application
5.4 Design of Noise Mitigation Strategies
5.5 Noise Impact Assessment: Methodologies
5.6 Noise Maps: Creation and Interpretation
5.7 Acoustic Design in Urban Planning
5.8 Regulations and Legislation on Noise
5.9 Case Studies: Practical Examples
5.50 Acoustic Optimization: Design of Quiet Environments
6.6 Introduction to Advanced Techniques in Urban Acoustic Modeling
6.2 Acoustic Modeling of Complex Noise Sources
6.3 Analysis of Sound Propagation in Complex Urban Environments
6.4 Modeling of Sound Reflection, Diffraction, and Absorption
6.5 Acoustic Optimization Techniques in Urban Design
6.6 Applications of Specialized Acoustic Modeling Software
6.7 Integration of Acoustic Modeling with GIS Systems
6.8 Assessment of Acoustic Impact and Design of Mitigation Measures
6.9 Case Studies: Advanced Applications in Real Cities
6.60 Future Trends in Urban Acoustic Modeling
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).