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Core Learning Space Classification
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by Rebecca Grant on
There are discrepancies between the spaces listed as "Classroom and Core Learning" in the IEQ Overview section and in the EQp3 and C9 "Core Learning Spaces" and "Ancillary Learning Spaces" definiti
ANSI S12.60-2002 vs LEED Template
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by Brian Moran on
The ANSI S12.60-2002 standard requires that core learning spaces, between 10,000 and 20,000 cubic feet, have reverberation times that do not exceed .7 seconds.
McQuay Acoustic Analyzer Program
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by on
My mechanical engineer has a program called "McQuay Acoustic Analyzer Program" but we do not know if the calculations it performs will be acceptable to the LEED reviewers.
Example L-16 Narrative
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by Heather Alley on
Does anyone have a good example of an L-16 Narrative accepted by USGBC? This is our first LEED project, both architecturally and mechanically.
Background Noise Measurements
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by Brian Homans on
For a recently-constructed school, are sound level measurements permissible in lieu of calculations? I recall that this was a path in LEED for Schools 2007.
STC ratings for ceiling and floors?
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by Tyler Barter on
hi, We are using LEED for Schools 2007 and am looking for some information on where to find STC ratings for ceiling and floor materials.
Ceiling area
Schools-2009 IEQp3:Minimum Acoustical Performanceposted by cathi schar on
We have tectum panels (acoustic/insulation panels) above our beams. Do we have to add additional panels to the wall to make up for the ceiling area occupied by the exposed ceiling structure/beams?