The main focus of the master thesis will be the development of a simulation tool that uses ray tracing for predicting noise levels in urban areas. The model will take into account the acoustic sources coming from electrical loading columns that produce noise through the fan unit. To compare the accuracy and efficiency of the model it is compared to FEM calculations coming from commercial tools. During your thesis you will get the chance of learning different state of the art ray tracing and FEM simulation tools. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: Literature study Development of ray tracing modeling techniques Tool and performance study and comparison with reference FEM calculations Calculation of relevant urban noise predictors