Industrial Noise

Industrial Noise

Monitoring and regulating sound in factories and on work sites

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Impact

Reduce hearing loss and stress caused by noise at work
Improve efficiency
Help industries meet noise regulations
Influence industrial facility design and retrofitting
Reduce noise pollution in surrounding community

RESPONSIBILITIES

Measure and analyze noise in workplaces
Develop creative solution for noise reduction
Understand materials and structures that absorb or block sound
Ensure compliance with noise regulations
Collaborate with engineers, architects, and health and safety professionals
Prepare environmental noise studies
Prepare reports for managers and stakeholders
Consult during building or retrofitting
Clinical trials

SKILLS DEVELOPED

Noise measurement techniques
Acoustic and vibration analysis
Problem solving
Predictive calculations
Sound modeling software
Noise control solution design
Report writing
Presenting recommendations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fieldwork options:
- Manufacturing plants
- Construction sites
- Transportation sites
- Power plants
Office work
Collaborative/Multi-disciplinary
Explaining technical solutions

OCCUPATIONS

Production engineer
Plant noise control engineer
Occupational hygienist
Environmental assessor

POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS

Work in noise control engineering
Engineering and consulting firms
Industrial plants
Industrial equipment manufacturers
Government and research institutions

COLLEGE PATHWAYS

Select a major that will provide a strong background: mechanical engineering, physics, acoustics, occupational health and safety
Find an internship to fain hands-on experience with noise measurement, mitigation, or regulatory compliance
- Industrial facilty
- Engineering firm
- Environmental agency
- acoustical research lab

EXPLORE

Focus on key subjects: physics, communications, computer science, math, engineering
Use apps on your phone to measure sound levels around you
Start learning about acoustics and noise cancellation
Explore sound modeling software
Learn about the OSHA and EPA guidelines for noise
Consider a course to become a Certified Industrial Hygienist or certified Safety Professional

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See also:

Building Acoustics, Noise monitoring, Rocket and Aviation Noise

Professional Societies:

Links

Sound modeling software (e.g., CadnaA, SoundPLAN)

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