Optimizing Acoustic Performance of Wood Buildings

This course will examine how wood structures and finishings can help meet tenancy trends and the benefits wood provides to owners and occupants, such as aesthetics, high-performance and life safety. Two different types of wood structural systems are discussed, as are the qualities that make a building desirable. Case studies demonstrate how value was maximized and occupant well-being was optimized in wood structures.

Learning Objectives

• Examine factors affecting acoustic performance and review building types where optimal acoustics are important for occupant comfort
• Understand acoustical codes and standards and how acoustics are incorporated into green rating systems, including LEED v4 and the California Green Building Standards Code
• Identify how wood building systems can help meet acoustic requirements for optimal indoor environmental quality
• Review two case studies where integrating acoustic design, as well as numerous other sustainable features, was a high priority