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This course provides an overview of the principals of sound attenuation and light reflectance. Learners will be introduced to subjects such as, the Noise reduction coefficient. Further discussion will introduce the main properties of acoustical ceilings, their function and performance.
Once you have completed the course and passed the test you will be receiving an email shortly with your certification information.
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There is probably no single factor that plays such a decisive role in the health of a building over its life cycle as how liquid water and water vapor are managed by the materials and structures that make up the building. This course examines moisture management in the context of a sustainable building, and includes material that informs LEED professionals about specific LEED system requirements pertaining to moisture management.
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When classrooms are too noisy, learning is significantly impacted. Attendees will review general methods for creating high-performance classroom acoustics and the applicable code requirements. A 2013 classroom acoustics case study will provide recommendations on remediation techniques. Specific wall design and installation solutions will be presented.
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This presentation provides best practices related to specifying creative acoustic solutions for indoor environments. The presentation begins with an outline on why acoustics are an important consideration and how noise and excessive sound can impact productivity, health, and overall experience in an indoor environment. Next, this presentation explores the science of sound and how sound is measured. Also, the material discusses modern options in custom-engineered products that provide high-performance and flexible acoustic designs that offer value-added noise-control solutions without sacrificing creative design and beauty. Finally, this presentation offers real-world case studies that demonstrate how common challenges can be resolved and client goals achieved through knowledgeable and thoughtful custom-engineered acoustic solutions.
Once you have completed the course and passed the test you will be receiving an email shortly with your certification information. NOTE: For IDCEC CEU credit, you will need to self-report your credits for this course. To do so, please forward your certification email to (email address) and reference CEU-109798 in the subject line.
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This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of architectural acoustics. The material covers a few important properties of sound and related acoustical concepts which are used to calculate and model the materials and assemblies needed to absorb and control sound in buildings. The course finishes with highlighting best practices when specifying acoustical ceiling and wall systems to better ensure successful installations.
Once you have completed the course and passed the test you will be receiving an email shortly with your certification information.
After completing this course, you will have learned:
This course explains how to select materials and design options that will improve the look and function of interior and exterior ceiling systems, including factors such as acoustics, cost, aesthetics, and sustainability.
Once you have completed the course and passed the test you will be receiving an email shortly with your certification information.
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This course provides an extensive review of the thermal properties of building materials, how thermal control effects spaces, and how improved thermal design can help you achieve points in the Energy and Atmosphere and Indoor Environmental Quality Category of LEED rating systems.
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