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Continuing Education

Unlock Acoustic Excellence

Overview

Course Description

Sound control is crucial in modern building design. Understanding acoustical terminology and sound transmission principles is essential for designing wall partitions that meet performance goals, code requirements, and industry standards. This course covers six key concepts affecting STC ratings in wall assemblies to achieve desired acoustical performance. Course led by NGC-certified presenters, offering 1.0 LU/HSW credit.

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Objectives

Learning objectives

Participants of this course will:

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

Audience

Targeted Audience

Architects, Specification Writers, Design Professionals, Facility Managers, School Boards, Architecture and Design Students, Building Owners, etc. This program meets every experience level, with time designed into the program for questions and answers.

Frequently asked questions

Course information, requirements and contact.

How long is the course?

The course lasts approximately 1 hour.

How is the course is taught?

Courses are taught onsite or virtually using a PowerPoint presentation. Samples, test data and exercises are based on the topic of discussion.

What technology requirements are needed?

Projection capabilities for the PowerPoint presentation, Power,
HDMI, WiFi

Is there a cost for this program?

There is no cost for this program.

Will I receive proof of participation?

NGC offers Certificates of Participation for reciprocating
association members.

Who do I contact about setting up this course and for further questions?

For questions or additional information, email us at ngcaia@nationalgypsum.com. If you are interested in taking this course sign up with the form listed in the page below.

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