Acoustic Design Essentials

This course introduces architects to the fundamentals of acoustic design and its impact on occupant comfort, communication, and well-being. Participants will explore acoustic principles, including reverberation time, sound absorption, diffusion, and sound blocking, as well as key performance metrics such as noise reduction coefficient (NRC), sound transmission class (STC), and ceiling attenuation class (CAC). The course demonstrates how acoustic systems can be integrated into wall and ceiling designs to support functional, aesthetic, and sustainability goals, including those aligned with the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction and Interior Design and Construction rating systems and the WELL Building Standard™ v2.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

• Explain how reverberation time and frequency response influence speech intelligibility, cognitive performance, and user experience within interior spaces.
• Evaluate sound absorption, diffusion, and sound-blocking strategies to reduce unwanted noise and support acoustically comfortable spaces.
• Apply acoustic performance metrics, such as NRC, STC, and CAC, to inform design decisions that promote privacy and effective spatial separation.
• Identify wall and ceiling acoustic systems and material characteristics that support design best practices aligned with LEED v5 and the WELL v2 standards.

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered via webinar or face-to-face presentation. Available sessions shown below.

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