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In HVAC Systems Noise Control, you'll learn ...
- The key terminology used in building acoustics
- The key terminology used in building acoustics
- Difference between dB and dB (A)
- Difference between sound power and sound pressure
Overview
Preview a portion of this course before purchasing it.
Credit: 6 PDH
Length: 113 pages
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can be notorious contributors to nuisance noise in buildings. HVAC systems and their components must be designed, installed and operated in such a way that any noise they may cause inside the building or neighboring buildings are at levels that do not cause any serious discomfort to the occupants.
Noise control is not an exact science; however there are numerous ways the noise can be reduced from a particular source. The most desirable way to control excessive noise levels is by using engineering controls such as application of absorption materials, isolation techniques, installing barriers or acoustic dampening materials, and using special equipment. Investing time in the design stage and a few extra dollars during construction of HVAC systems can pay off handsomely in improved performance.
This course provides a basic understanding of noise control fundamentals and summarizes a few noise control tips for HVAC system design.
This course is aimed at mechanical and HVAC engineers, architects, building designers, interior designers, contractors, civil estimators, facility managers and general audience.
Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained
This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:
- The key terminology used in building acoustics
- The key terminology used in building acoustics
- Difference between dB and dB (A)
- Difference between sound power and sound pressure
- How to ascertain the net sound effect from various sources
- Differences between A-weighing, NC and NR ratings
- Evaluation of the techniques used in noise control situations
- The concept of reverberation, absorption coefficient and sound transmission loss
- Noise reduction coefficient (NRC) and sound transmission loss (STL)
- Methods to identity noise points in the HVAC systems
- Application of acoustic features to HVAC design and specifications
- The Do’s and Don’ts of equipment selection and installation
Certificate of Completion
You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 30 questions. PDH credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.
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Preview a portion of this course before purchasing it.
Credit: 6 PDH
Length: 113 pages
