ENVR09037 2019 Air and Noise Management

This Module explores the characteristics of polluted air and investigates the effect that anthropogenic activities have on the pollution cycle. Practical air pollution assessment and the various control mechanisms that may be applied are investigated. This Module also reviews the theory of noise, its effects in the environment, monitoring and noise control. Learners will conduct a noise survey and interpret results. The regulatory context is also explored.

This classic and authoritative student textbook contains information that is not over simplified and can be used to solve the real world problems encountered by noise and vibration consultants as well as the more straightforward ones handled by engineers and occupational hygienists in industry. The book covers the fundamentals of acoustics, theoretical concepts and practical application of current noise control technology. It aims to be as comprehensive as possible while still covering important concepts in sufficient detail to engender a deep understanding of the foundations upon which noise control technology is built.

Topics which are extensively developed or overhauled from the fourth edition include sound propagation outdoors, amplitude modulation, hearing protection, frequency analysis, muffling devices (including 4-pole analysis and self noise), sound transmission through partitions, finite element analysis, statistical energy analysis and transportation noise. For those who are already well versed in the art and science of noise control, the book will provide an extremely useful reference. A wide range of example problems that are linked to noise control practice are available on www.causalsystems.com for free download.

Environmental Noise Pollution: Noise Mapping, Public Health and Policy addresses the key debates surrounding environmental noise pollution with a particular focus on the European Union. Environmental noise pollution is an emerging public policy and environmental concern and is considered to be one of the most important environmental stressors affecting public health throughout the world. This book examines environmental noise pollution, its health implications, the role of strategic noise mapping for problem assessment, major sources of environmental noise pollution, noise mitigation approaches, and related procedural and policy implications. Drawing on the authors' considerable research expertise in the area, the book is the first coherent work on this major environmental stressor, a new benchmark reference across disciplinary, policy and national boundaries.* Highlights recent developments in the policy arena with particular focus on developments in the EU within the context of the European Noise Directive* Explores the lessons emerging from nations within the EU and other jurisdictions attempting to legislate and mitigate against the harmful effects of noise pollution* Covers the core theoretical concepts and principles surrounding the mechanics of noise pollution as well as the evidence-base linking noise with public health concerns

http://www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/environment-and-health/noise

http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/environment/environmental_protection/noise_regulations.html

http://www.epa.ie/

http://dublincitynoise.sonitussystems.com/

http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/

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