IES Waterloo - Fundamentals of Lighting

Fundamentals of Lighting
Fundamentals of Lighting (FOL) is a comprehensive ten-module course designed to introduce you to the essentials of light and lighting. Whether you're new to the field or looking to refresh your knowledge, this course offers a solid foundation in the most important aspects of lighting. It will be delivered in five sessions, every Tuesday evening for five weeks.

Schedule:

WEEK 1 | Tuesday October 01, 2024:

• Module 1 History, Light & Colour, Vision
• Module 2 Light Sources
  WEEK 2 | Tuesday October 08, 2024:

• Module 3 Daylighting
• Module 4 Luminaires

• Module 5 Controls
  WEEK 3 | Tuesday October 15, 2024:

• Module 6 Photometrics, Calculations
• Module 7 Codes & Standards, Economics, Lighting Design Process, Commissioning
  WEEK 4 | Tuesday October 22, 2024:

• Module 8 Lighting for Interior
• Module 9 Lighting for Exterior
  WEEK 5 | Tuesday October 29, 2024:

• Module 10
• REVIEW

WHO: Open to all! IES members, non-members. No previous lighting experience required.

WHAT: FOL, 10 modules, delivered in-person, and a certificate of completion.

WHEN: October 1st to October 29th, every Tuesday evening from 5:45 pm to 9:00 pm.

WHERE: Galt Creative, 135 George Street North, Cambridge ON N1S 5C3.

PRICE: $550.00 for members and non-members (Founding Sponsors will receive a 10% discount code to use at checkout). Tickets are non-refundable. All 5 sessions must be attended.

Topics covered:

• Basic Lighting Concepts, Vision and Color
• Electric Light Sources, and Drivers
• Luminaires and Controls
• Photometry and Calculations
• Codes, regulations and design
• Lighting for Interiors
• Lighting for Exteriors
• Review and assignment

Learning Objectives
The FOL course aims to provide a broad introduction to lighting technology and practice. It focuses on understanding and applying key lighting principles and technical terminology.

1. Explore the physics and interaction of light and human vision.
2. Explain the key terminology and attributes of light source families and types.
3. Describe the attributes and applications of luminaires.
4. Describe the attributes and applications of lighting controls.
5. Identify the codes, regulations, and standards that govern and guide lighting practice.
6. Survey lighting economics and maintenance strategies.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Galt Collective, 135 George Street North, Cambridge, Canada