Soundproofing for Renovations and New Construction - Win27
NEW FOR 2027
Continuing Education in the Construction Industry
Topics Covered
- Principles of Building Acoustics (Airborne Sound and Impact Sound)
- Performance Ratings (STC, IIC) and Regulatory Requirements
- Wall, Floor, and Ceiling Assemblies
- Indirect transmissions (sideways), weaknesses, and implementation details
- Renovation Solutions vs. New Construction
Overall Objective
To enable participants to design and construct acoustically effective assemblies, in both new construction and renovation projects, and to meet comfort expectations and applicable requirements.
Specific Objectives
- Understanding How Sound Travels Through a Building
- Interpret STC and IIC ratings and the requirements of the Code
- Choose fasteners and materials appropriate for each situation
- Identify and correct installation errors that reduce performance
- Propose realistic solutions based on the constraints of a renovation project
Contents
- Acoustics Basics: Airborne Sound, Impact Noise, Mass, Decoupling, Absorption, and Soundproofing
- Standards and Requirements: Building Code, STC/IIC ratings, client expectations (condominiums, multi-family housing)
- Assemblies: shared walls, floors, ceilings, acoustic insulation, resilient bars, staggered studs, membranes
- Critical details: electrical outlets, ducts, plumbing, penetrations, joints, and transmission through side walls
- Renovation vs. New Construction: Challenges, Trade-offs, and Practical Solutions
- Common Mistakes on Construction Sites, Quality Control, Case Studies, and a Q&A Session
Format: Virtual
Cancellation / Modification
All requests to cancel or modify an activity must be made in writing.3 working days before the event. QPAT retains the full amount of the registration fee if the request to cancel the activity is made by2 working days or less.
In all cases, APECQ agrees to modify the activity at no charge. In addition, it is possible to be replaced by another person to whom the certificate will be sent.
APECQ reserves the right to cancel any training activity. In such a case, ACOEQ's sole responsibility will be to refund in full the registration fees paid by the participant.