Unlock a deeper understanding of how sound behaves in interior environments, from absorption vs. reduction to the impact of flanking paths on acoustic performance. Through clear explanations of testing methods and product behaviour, this CPD equips architects to make informed, compliant acoustic specifications.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this presentation, you should be able to:
- Indentify the difference between sound absorption and sound reduction
- Understand the definition of flanking paths and how they affect acoustics in interior applications
- Acquire a clear understanding as to how acoustic products are tested
This presentation will deliver outcomes related to the following Competency/s from the National Standard of Competency for Architects 2021:
PC 28 PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
Be able to draw on knowledge from building sciences and technology, environmental sciences and behavioural and social sciences as part of preliminary design research and when developing the conceptual design to optimise the performance of the project.
PC 33 PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
Understand how relevant building codes, standards and planning controls apply across architectural practice, including climate change implications, the principles of fire safety and barriers to universal access.
PC 39 DETAILED DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
Understand how the integration of material selection, structural and construction systems impacts on design outcomes.