COM4511 Speech Technology

Pre-requisites: COM3502, COM4502

Aims/Description: This module introduces the principles of the emergent field of speech technology, studies typical applications of these principles and assesses the state of the art in this area. Students will learn the prevailing techniques of automatic speech recognition (based on statistical modelling); will see how speech synthesis and text-to-speech methods are deployed in spoken language systems; and will discuss the current limitations of such devices. The module will include project work involving the implementation and assessment of a speech technology device.

Restrictions on availability: This module is only open to students who have taken COM3502 or COM4502.

Staff Contact: RAGNI ANTON

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Problem solving, Independent Study

Assessment: Classroom testing, Practical skills assessment

Notes: This unit forms part of an accredited degree programme

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