Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence
London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
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The Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement (CCENM) is designed for professionals working in acoustics who are looking for further their specialist skills, including environmental health officers, sound engineers and event managers. This five-day course seeks to provide delegates with a basic knowledge of the methodology of environmental noise measurement, including the use and accuracy requirements of sound level meters and analysers. You'll become aware of the significance of measurement data against the framework of standards and legislation for environmental noise.
Why the IOA Certificate of Competence at LSBU? check-circle Offering courses in Acoustics for over 35 years, we house the only centre for study in the South-East with full-size reverberant and anechoic chambers as well as an exceptionally well-equipped and staffed laboratory. light bulb Our teaching team are award-winning. All are actively involved in research and consultancy, drawing on the latest industry developments in both lectures and practical work. level-up We showcase the high-quality output of our acoustic group on the LSBU Acoustic blog. rocket LSBU offers both the IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control and MSc Environmental and Architectural Acoustics for those students wishing to pursue further study. fa fa-users From AI machine learning boot camp to silent film processing, there is a range of extracurricular activities for Engineering students to get involved in. Course Accreditations IOA Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU.
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Key highlights
- Accredited by the Institute of Acoustics (IOA)
- Covers environmental noise measurement methodology using sound level meters and analysers
- Interprets measurement data against noise standards and legislation
- Full-size reverberant and anechoic chambers plus well-equipped acoustics laboratory
- Award-winning teaching team active in acoustics research and consultancy
- Five-day intensive course delivered fully in person
Entry requirements
Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements. UK Qualifications International Qualifications It is expected students to be literate and numerate to be able to carry out basic scientific calculations using a GCSE-level scientific calculator.
Applicants must have a minimum attainment level in Maths at GCSE level A or equivalent. The course is generally considered by past students as intense and demanding, although highly rewarding and extremely valuable. Self-study and revision of material covered is needed on going basis along the course to complete the course successfully.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
LSBU Loyalty Award
20% discount on the tuition fee.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Environmental health officer
- Acoustic consultant
- Noise control officer
- Sound engineer
- Event manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £2,520
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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