Lighting Design and Control (3 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to
- describe the effects of light on people
- use the relevant quantities in a professional manner
- define the goals of a lighting system and make a lighting plan using a design program
- carry out basic measurements of lighting and, based on them, evaluate the quality of lighting
- choose an appropriate control system for a typical site
- compare different lighting solutions
- define the significance of lighting in terms of energy consumption of a real estate and suggest energy efficient and appropriate alternatives for lighting.

Content (course unit)

Definition and calculation of basic units of lighting. Goals and standards for lighting. Sources of light, structures, interfaces, adjustment and control of lighting. Calculation and design. Design tools. Economical use of lighting. Energy efficiency of lighting. Measuring of lighting and presenting the results.

Prerequisites (course unit)

The module Building Services Engineering Solutions for A
Detached House

Exam schedules

The project work deadline in December. Exact date will be given during the course.

Evaluation methods and criteria

The course is evaluated by project work report and laboratory training reports and seminars.

Teaching methods

Lectures, exercises , laboratory training, seminars and possible excursions.

Learning materials

Lecture materials, other materials and standard SFS 12464-1:2011 (will be given during the course)

Student workload

36 hours: lectures , seminars and excursions
9 hours: laboratory training
45 hours: independent work

Content scheduling

Autumn 2017, more detailed schedule will be given during the course

Completion alternatives

AHOT, hakemus tehtävä kolmen viikon kuluessa opintojakson aloituksesta

Practical training and working life cooperation

Possible excursions to companies

Further information

course is suitable for the students of electrical engineering as a free-choice study.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Student is able to name basic terms and units of light and lighting. He/she can define typical lighting solution objectives and design indoor lighting solution by using an engineering software. He/she is able to name basic lighting control methods and explain their working principles. He/she is capable to make and document a basic indoor lighting plan and do some life-cycle cost calculations of lighting. Student knows how to make basic measurements of lighting and evaluate the quality of lighting.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Student is able to name and professionally use the basic terms and units of light and lighting. In addition, he/she is able to describe the visual effects of light on human.
Student is able to define lighting solution objectives and design indoor lighting solution by using an engineering software. He/she is able to document the lighting plan (including the control system) and explain and give reasons for decisions made. He/she is capable to make and document a basic indoor lighting plan and do some life-cycle cost calculations of lighting solutions equipped with intelligent lighting control systems. Student knows how to make basic measurements of lighting and evaluate the quality of lighting. Student knows how to make the basic measurements of lighting and evaluate the quality of lighting.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student can name and professionally use the basic terms and units of light and lighting. In addition, he/she is able to describe the visual and non-visual effects of light on human. Student is able to define lighting solution objectives and design indoor lighting solution by using an engineering software. He/she is able to document the lighting plan and justify solution options He/she is able to document the lighting plan (including control system) and widely explain and give reasons for decisions made. He/she is capable to make and document a basic indoor lighting plan and do life-cycle cost calculations of lighting solutions equipped with intelligent lighting control systems. Student is capable to give convincing explanations for decisions made. Student knows how to make basic measurements of lighting and evaluate the quality of lighting.