In today's increasingly noisy world, effective sound abatement is a critical — and often overlooked — performance requirement for windows and doors.
In this AIA-certified course, you'll build a solid foundation in acoustic performance and specify with confidence: learn how to read and interpret sound testing standards (STC & OITC), match fenestration to wall performance, and deliver measurable noise reduction in both residential and commercial construction.
Stay ahead and join us for AIA CES Course REH0853K and earn 1 AIA HSW/LU continuing education credit.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
Understand and describe sound transmissions experienced in today’s living environment
Discuss regulatory requirements for noise and sound abatement
List relevant ASTM test standards, describe differences between Sound Transmission Class (STC) and Outdoor Indoor Transmission Class (OITC) and relate how to interpret test reports for windows and doors – a.k.a. Understanding Sound Abatement Testing
Explain how to determine a required sound abatement level for fenestration products
Match windows and doors with wall performance for effective sound abatement
Describe fenestration solutions for sound abatement
Experience different sound reduction measures in a room, when different sound sources are on the outside of the building