Acoustic and Aesthetic Suspended Ceiling Solutions Using Stone Wool
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the necessity of suspended acoustic ceilings and recognize the common materials utilized in suspended ceiling solutions.
- Examine the origins of stone wool and analyze the general composition of stone wool ceiling tiles
- Evaluate the key performance attributes of stone wool, analyze relevant industry standards, and test methods, and interpret the corresponding stone wool test results
- Explore the design attributes of stone wool acoustical ceiling systems.
Credits:
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
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 can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
This course provides an in-depth exploration of stone wool ceiling systems, highlighting their origins, composition, and performance attributes. Participants will gain an understanding of the necessity of suspended acoustic ceilings and the materials commonly used in these solutions.
The course examines the origins and composition of stone wool ceiling tiles, focusing on their key features and benefits. It also delves into performance attributes, analyzing relevant industry standards, testing methods, and interpreting test results to showcase stone wool’s commitment to safety, quality, and performance.
Additionally, participants will explore the design potential of stone wool acoustical ceiling systems, understanding how these solutions integrate aesthetics with high-level acoustic functionality. This program is ideal for architects, designers, and professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in innovative ceiling solutions.
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Toronto Metropolitan University