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CSI Chapter Program
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Fundamentals of Architectural Acoustics
and Noise Control
The performance of any sound control design depends on how well the design and construction team can manage owner expectations, code requirements, and proper assembly of sound control assemblies in buildings. Noise is the #1 complaint of both patients and staff in hospitals (J Hopkins Study) and the number two litigation issue in construction. Remediation for noise can cost up to 10 times more than if addressed in the initial design phase.
This program will cover the basics of acoustics, how sound is measured and how construction assemblies are rated. In addition, strategies of designing high performance sound control wall assemblies will be addressed from strengths to limitations. The latest technologies in sound transmission reductions will be introduced and actual drawings and on site examples will be used during the presentation.

About the presenter: Dr. Brian Tinianov, PE, LEED-AP, INCE Board Certified Noise Control Expert

Dr. Tinianov is a recognized expert in building science and the creation of novel construction materials. His areas of focus include noise and vibration control and energy management. Dr. Tinianov is an INCE Board Certified Noise Control Expert. He is active with the Acoustical Society of America (ASA), as chairman of the Technical Committee on Architectural Acoustics (TCAA) and is a member of their College of Fellows. He is an active member of the US Green Building Council (USGBC), the Green Building Initiative (GBI) and Sustainable Silicon Valley (SSV). He is a former Board Member of the Institute of Noise Control Engineers (INCE) and their current Standards Committee chairman, a past Executive Officer of American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM), and a “designated expert” on various ISO and ANSI working groups. Dr. Tinianov has eight issued patents and more than twenty pending applications. He has a Ph.D. in Engineering Systems from the Colorado School of Mines; a M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Texas; and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Tulane University.

Location: The Union League Club - Crystal Room
65 W. Jackson, Chicago, IL 60604
Time: 5:00 PM Registration, 5:30 P Dinner, 6:30 PM Presentation
Cost: Complimentary for CSI Chicago members. $40 non-members. Member or guest cancellations (that cannot be filled) or no-shows will be responsible for $40 dinner payment.
Continuing Education: 1.0 AIA/CES LU’s in HSW
Tabletops are available for this program. $75 members, $100 non members

Parking: Validated public parking at 318 South Federal, $12.00 after 4 PM with validation and cash payment at the front desk. Valet Parking at Federal Street Entrance: $20.00 (4 hours) cash payment.
Dress Business Casual Attire. Collared shirt (or turtleneck) for men. Ties and jackets are not required. For women, attire includes slacks or skirt with a blouse or sweater. No Blue jeans or logo jackets.
RSVP: By Tuesday, April 15. Email chicagocsi@aol.com or call 847-382-1924. Guest and nonmembers pay by check to CSI, 200 Fox Hunt Trail, Barrington, IL 60010 or register online with a credit card click here

Chicago Chapter Annual Banquet and Recognition Night
Thursday, May 29, 2008

Ben Pao

Ben Pao means “Fireworks” in Chinese, so this is the perfect venue for our year-end celebration. Enjoy Asian Fare with a downtown flair with lively and varied flavors served family style. CSI has reserved the private dining room of this popular River North establishment to celebrate another year of the Chicago Chapter’s accomplishments.

The evening will honor our entire membership with special thanks to the many volunteers who have helped the chapter throughout the year. Five, ten, twenty and forty year members will be recognized and new members joining since July ‘07 will receive their CSI pins. Whether a member of CSI for two days or 25 years, this social evening is to be enjoyed by all! Spouses, friends, and colleagues are welcome.

Menu
Appetizers: Chicken Soong, Golden Crisp Vegetable Spring rolls, Chicken and Mushroom Potstickers

Entrees: Sesame Chicken Mongolian Beef, Cherry Bomb Shrimp, Eight Treasure Vegetable Tofu, Ben Pao Combination Fried Rice

Dessert: Mango Sorbet, Banana Cheesecake, Almond Cookies

Beverages: Coffee, Oolong tea, Iced Teas and Soft Drinks

Time: 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM Cash Bar
6:00 PM to 8 PM Dinner and presentations
Location: 52 West Illinois, Chicago, 60610.
Valet parking $9
Cost: $45 per CSI member or guest
Information: Chicagocsi@aol.com or 847-382-1924

Register online with a credit card: www.csichicago.org , click here-link to registration form and paypal.


OTHER CSI CHICAGO CHAPTER NEWS

North Central Region CSI Conference
hosted by the Chicago Chapter
August1 – August 2, 2008.

Chapter leaders from 21 chapters (9 states) have been invited to this two day conference to be held at the Crowne Plaza-Chicago Metro Hotel. Seminar sessions include sessions to help leaders in their chapters as well as technical sessions providing continuing education that are open to local architects and design and construction professionals. For more information, visit the Conference site: http://www.ncr-regionalconference.com

Architecture Boat Cruise July 31, 2008
Open to Region Conference Attendees and
CSI Members/Guests

An Architecture Boat Cruise is planned for July 31 for region conference attendees, chapter members and their guests. Updated information will be posted on the conference site: http://www.ncr-regionalconference.com

CSI/ALA 10th Annual
Architecture Conference and Product Show
September 16, 2008 at Drury Lane in Oak Brook Terrace

For information, click here