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Johns Hopkins University | EN.520.315

Intro. to Bio-Inspired Processing of Audio-Visual Signals

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.1)

An introductory course to basic concepts of information processing of human communication signals (sounds, images) in living organisms and by machine. Recommended Course Background: EN.520.214 (or EN.580.222) or consent of the instructor.

Fall 2012

(4.7)

Fall 2013

(3.47)

Fall 2014

(4.14)

Fall 2012

Professor: Hynek Hermansky

(4.7)

Students found the material very interesting and said the professor was a good lecturer. Some students thought the professor covered the material too superficial y and should have gone into more depth. Some students also suggested adding a discussion section with the TA and more practice with the course concepts. Students considering this course should have some background in signals and systems.

Fall 2013

Professor: Hynek Hermansky

(3.47)

Students found this course to be interesting, stimulating information. They liked learning about how sensory signals are processed, and thought that professor taught the materials thoroughly. Students believed that the course was disorganized, and did not like how the professor extended the class length by 30 minutes each lecture. Students also thought that the homework and exams seemed to be written completely by the TAs, which meant that it did not always line up with the professor’s lecture materials. Students suggested having the professor write the exams, and wanted him to go more in-depth with many of the topics. Prospective students should be prepared for a relatively light workload, and have some familiarity with MATLAB.

Fall 2014

Professor: Hynek Hermansky

(4.14)

Students enjoyed the way this course was delivered by a motivated and enthusiastic instructor. Students found the course’s greatest drawback was that it could have been more intellectually challenging. They also thought the class could have been improved by the addition of more information on current research and developments in the field. Those thinking about taking this class should know that it was an enjoyable class with a light workload, students said.