Unlock Acoustic Excellence: Design Strategies that Impact STC Ratings, a WebReach with National Gypsum

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Description

About This Program

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 that align with project-specific performance goals, adhere to code requirements, and align with industry standards. This course delves into six key concepts that have the potential to affect STC ratings in wall assemblies, allowing for the realization of desired acoustical performance.

Session Takeaways

Examine key acoustical concepts and terminology, including STC, decibels, hertz, and frequency.
Review code requirements and industry guidelines for sound transmission between adjacent spaces and explore how sound is transmitted through wall partitions.
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.

Learning Units

CSI:	1.0 LU
*May be submitted for domain specific learning units to CDT recertification, and/or general learning units for CCCA, CCS, and CCPR.
AIA:	1.0 LU/HSW*
*Approved for 1 AIA HSW credit.

Relevant Practices

General Project Delivery
Design/Engineering
Specifying/Information Management
Product Selection/Specification
Construction Management/Construction
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Ownership/Property Management

Contributors

Thad Goodman, FCSI, CDT, CCPR, LEED Green Associate

Thad Goodman, FCSI, CDT, CCPR, LEED Green Associate is the Central and Midwest Region Construction Design Manager for National Gypsum Company. He promotes National Gypsum’s architecturally specified products through education and technical consultation. Thad’s primary responsibilities are architectural specifications and presenting AIA approved education courses. As a life-long member of the construction community, he is also known to be a trusted advisor to many. Thad is active in Industry Association work. He is a CSI Fellow, active in several chapters and past Great Lakes Region President. He is also the USGBC Central Ohio Local Leadership Team Programs Committee Chair.