faculty+staff

education

• Ph.D., Architectural Engineering-Acoustics, University of Nebraska at Lincoln, 2006
• B.A., Physics, Grinnell College, 2001

teaching interests

David T. Bradley teaches both introductory and upper-level physics courses in the department, including Physics 114, the second in a two-course introductory sequence, and Physics 240, the first in a two-course sequence in electromagnetic theory. He has also developed a physics of sound course for non-majors, and an upper-level advanced acoustics course.

research interests

David T. Bradley's main research interests are in acoustics. Within the broad field of acoustics, he has particular interests in the areas of architectural acoustics, musical acoustics, and physical acoustics. His current research efforts are focused on acoustic scattering wherein he is working with students to investigate the scattering characteristics of two-dimensional surfaces exhibiting fractal geometries. These types of surfaces are useful in spaces with high sound pressure levels and low-frequency concerns, as is often seen in the ubiquitous multipurpose performing arts spaces being built in this time of economic mindfulness. Professor Bradley's research will aid in the design of this type of surface, and lead to more accurate predictions of the behavior of scattered acoustic energy.