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Designing Wind Turbines for Noise Control

SecondaryYear 11SciencePhysicsEnvironmentalEnergySustainabilityEconomicIndustry, Innovation and InfrastructureJob Ready

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Learning intentions:

Students will...

  • explore the different types of noise generated by wind turbines and investigate how acoustic engineering can mitigate the impact of noise pollution on nearby communities.

Success criteria:

Students can...

  • investigate the types of noise generated by wind turbines and understand their sources and impact
  • outline the methods used to mitigate noise pollution from wind turbines
  • evaluate strategies for reducing noise pollution at a wind farm, incorporating technical sound concepts.

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