Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment
Program Overview
Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment
Course details
Next course date
TBC
Duration
35 hours of contact time
Location
Kedleston Road, Derby Campus
Lecture/workshop days - dates/times
5 day course, 9.00am - 4.30pm
Exam dates/times
TBC
Course description
About this module
This course is accredited by the Institute of Acoustics. This recognition, coupled with over 25 years’ experience of delivering short courses in acoustics, means we have the knowledge and expertise to support you in this course.
Because we know that many of you will be working and will be taking this course as part of your professional development, we may be able to hold the course at your place of work for your convenience.
This course is divided into six key areas:
- Basic Concepts of Noise
- Measurement and Instrumentation for Noise Assessment
- Noise Exposure Assessment
- Hearing, Hearing Loss Measurement and Protection
- Overview of Legal Aspects
- Noise Reduction Techniques
Who is this course for
If you have health and safety responsibilities at work or you work in noise consultancy, this course is for you. It’s a practical, week-long course during which you’ll undertake a risk assessment of noise exposures in the workplace.
No formal qualifications are required. Successful completion of the course can lead to technical membership of the Institute of Acoustics.
Structure, certificates and assessment
Course duration
The course will take five full-time days to complete.
Assessment
You’ll take a practical and a written exam. You’ll need to pass both to gain the Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment.
Certificate/award on completion
Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment
Learning outcomes
- Gain practical skills on how to conduct a noise risk assessment
- Gain an understanding of the legal requirements in relation to noise at work.
Benefits
- The next step could be the IOA diploma in Acoustics.
- You'll be able to put the skills you develop into practice immediately in your role.
- Gaining this qualification could also enhance your career prospects as it will set you apart from your peers.
Fees and funding
- The cost of the course is £1,300 (inc. £285 IOA Reg fee) - Academic year 2021/22.
- Please note this is subject to change for academic year 2022/23.
Who will teach you
Mark Dring
Programme leader
Mark is a lecturer on the Sound, Light and Live Event Technology Degree and also on the IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.
Program Outline
Outline:
The course is divided into six key areas:
- Noise Exposure Assessment: This module reviews measurement strategies, including the limitations of data collection, the calculation of personal noise exposure levels and action planning. It also reviews hearing defects and their social implications, as well as properties and types of hearing protector, their limitations and advantages, and their performance.
Assessment:
The course includes a practical and a written exam. Students must pass both exams to gain the Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment.
Teaching:
The course is taught by Mark Dring, a lecturer on the Sound, Light and Live Event Technology Degree and also on the IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.
Careers:
Successful completion of the course can lead to technical membership of the Institute of Acoustics. The course is designed for individuals with health and safety responsibilities at work or those working in noise consultancy.
Other:
The course is accredited by the Institute of Acoustics. The course is practical and takes five full-time days to complete. The course is designed to develop the skills needed to undertake a risk assessment of noise exposures in the workplace. The next step after completing this course could be the IOA diploma in Acoustics.
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