Course Description
Technical and behavioral factors affecting lighting design. Special emphasis on calculations, selection, and specification.
Athena Title
LIGHTING DESIGN
Prerequisite
ARID 3110
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
To understand and use correctly the basic vocabulary of energy and lighting. To develop and understanding of the importance of light, both electrical and daylight, and the impact it has on the human psychology and physiology. To develop and understanding of the importance of analyzing lighting needs and requirements. To develop an understanding of lighting calculations. To develop skills in graphically communicating lighting designs. To demonstrate an understanding of course concepts through examination and/or projects.
Topical Outline
I. History of Electrical Lighting II. Lighting Terms & Lamp Identification III. Energy Conservation and Management IV. Special Populations (the Aging): Lighting Requirements V. Graphic Communication a. Electrical Plan/Symbols b. Reflected Ceiling Plan/Symbols c. Lighting Specifications/Schedules VI. Lighting Calculations a. Watts/Square Foot b. Point Method c. Lumen Method (Room Cavity Ratio Method)
Syllabus