Fundamentals of Acoustics and Noise Control (1.2 CEUs) 2013

Topics

• Analysis of sounds, energy equivalent sound level, measurement techniques, FFT, octave & 1/3 octave band frequency analysis
• Basic acoustics, terminology, measurement metrics, physiology
• Environmental noise, sound propagation outdoors, assessment criteria, noise modeling software
• Sound sources such as machines, roads, pipelines
• Noise control methods such as barriers, enclosures, vibration isolation
• Architectural acoustics, sound absorption, sound transmission, assessment criteria
• Occupational noise issues
• HVAC acoustics and noise control methods

Who should Attend

• Architects
• Engineers
• Health and Safety officers
• Technologists
• Oil and Gas practitioners
• Environmental scientists