Achieve Acoustic Excellence: Design Strategies that Affect STC Ratings
Concepts that can influence the STC rating of a wall assembly
Sponsored by National Gypsum Company | Presented by Scott Hughes and Thad Goodman
In contemporary building design, the significance of sound control has never been more pronounced. A fundamental grasp of acoustical terminology and the principles of sound transmission is crucial for designing wall partitions to align with project-specific performance goals, adhere to code requirements and align with industry standards.
This podcast hosted by National Gypsum Company's technical marketing team delves into six key concepts that have the potential to affect STC ratings in wall assemblies, allowing for the realization of desired acoustical performance.
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Scott Hughes and Thad Goodman promote architecturally specified products provided by National Gypsum Company through education and technical consultation. Their primary responsibilities are architectural specifications and presenting AIA approved education courses to members in the AEC industry |
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Examine key acoustical concepts and terminology such as sound transmission class (STC), decibels, hertz and frequency.
- Explore how sound is transmitted through wall partitions.
- Review code requirements and industry guidelines for sound transmission between adjacent spaces.
- Learn six concepts that can influence the STC rating of a wall assembly. Investigate product options and formulate design strategies to achieve STC performance criteria.
ALL CREDITS
As an IACET Accredited Provider, BNP Media offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
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Originally published in Architectural Record
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Originally published in April 2024
