Week 1: Introduction to acoustical engineering. (Powerpoint)
Topics: Architectural Acoustics, Noise Control, Physical Acoustics, Vibration and Structural Acoustics, Underwater Acoustics.
Topics: Absorption and reflection--will be understood through explanation and a tiny experiment (http://www.science-sparks.com/2013/05/07/acoustic-science-sound-absorption-and-reflection/)
(http://www.build.com.au/reflection-diffusion-and-absorption-sound)
Transmission— Explanation of STC (www.soundproofingcompany.com/soundproofing101/understanding-stc/)
Week 3: Lesson 3 - How does soundproofing work- acoustics, bass traps, acoustic panels. (Powerpoint).
Topics: Applying lessons on absorption, transmission and reflection into the actual concepts of soundproofing.
(https://www.acousticfields.com/sound-absorborption/)
(https://ehomerecordingstudio.com/soundproof-room/)
Topics: Architectural Acoustics, Noise Control, Physical Acoustics, Vibration and Structural Acoustics, Underwater Acoustics.
- Back end: Ordering supplies and raising money.
Topics: Absorption and reflection--will be understood through explanation and a tiny experiment (http://www.science-sparks.com/2013/05/07/acoustic-science-sound-absorption-and-reflection/)
(http://www.build.com.au/reflection-diffusion-and-absorption-sound)
Transmission— Explanation of STC (www.soundproofingcompany.com/soundproofing101/understanding-stc/)
Week 3: Lesson 3 - How does soundproofing work- acoustics, bass traps, acoustic panels. (Powerpoint).
Topics: Applying lessons on absorption, transmission and reflection into the actual concepts of soundproofing.
(https://www.acousticfields.com/sound-absorborption/)
(https://ehomerecordingstudio.com/soundproof-room/)
- Back end: Receiving and organizing supplies for the upcoming weeks.
Week 4: Lesson 4 - Method of Action: How and where to effectively place foam panels to block excess noise without sacrificing the quality of the sound. (Powerpoint)
Topics: Reviewing materials and placement techniques. Figuring out where to put everything.
(https://ehomerecordingstudio.com/soundproof-room/)
Week 5: Day 1- Taking full plan to the actual room, and figuring out a proper plan of action.
Steps: Collection and review of materials.
- Placement of materials (no installation) to get an idea of how things will work.
- How will out progress be tested?
Steps: Placement of foam panels and testing of progress.
Week 7: Day 3- Final touches- finishing and testing
Steps: Placement of bass traps.
- Testing of soundproofing.
- Evaluating our shortcomings.
- Plans for extending the project.