Sound and Noise

> What is Sound and What is Noise?
> Perception of Sound - Human Ear
> Response of the Human Ear to Noise
> Human Perception of Noise
> Characteristics of Sound and Decibel Scale
> Propagation of Sound

Noise Assessment

> Environmental Noise in Hong Kong
> Typical Levels of Environmental Noise
> Noise Descriptors for Environmental Noise
> Assessment Methodologies
> Noise Criteria

Noise Management

> Introduction
> The Government Structure for Noise Management
> Four-Pronged Approach to Tackle Noise Problem

> Planning

> Abatement

> Control

> Partnership

> Noise Control Ordinance

Noise Mitigation

> Principles of Noise Mitigation
> Mitigation Measures
> Other Examples of Noise Mitigation
> Constraints
> Practical Guides