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Course Description: AEC Daily: Soundproofing Simplified
Noise negatively impacts human health, making sound control crucial in multifamily housing and various commercial applications. This course reviews airborne and impact sound, the key elements of soundproofing, and the role of high-performance wood fiber soundproofing products in providing effective noise control. Additionally, it discusses how these solutions contribute to meeting requirements of the LEED® v5 Building Design and Construction (BD+C) and Interior Design and Construction (ID+C) rating systems and the WELL Building Standard version 2.
Discuss the harmful effects of noise and the importance of sound control in creating quiet, peaceful environments that enhance well-being.
Define the principles of airborne and impact noise, as well as the elements involved in effective soundproofing solutions that improve the comfort and privacy of building occupants.
Discuss the performance and benefits of wood fiber soundproofing products in promoting occupant health and well-being and responsible material use as required by relevant LEED v5 BD+C and ID+C credits.
Explain how wood fiber soundproofing products with low VOCs align with the requirements of the Sound and Materials concepts in WELL v2.