Course - Light - AAR4935
AAR4935
Light
Credits
7.5
Level
Second degree level
Course start
Spring 2011
Duration
1 semester
Examination arrangement
Work
About
About the course
Course content
The course will provide basic knowledge on light, visual perception of light and colour, daylight as a light source, diffusion of light in space, issues in modelling light, design of fittings and the integration of fittings in the interior of a room or space.
Learning outcome
The course will provide knowledge about: the light quality and the effects of natural and artificial light in an architectonic context.
Learning methods and activities
The course is based on lectures, demonstrations, full-scale tests in the laboratory for special study, computer exercises using light-simulation software.
Required previous knowledge
Completed three years basic courses in architecture, bachelor in architecture or equivalent. Basic studies for students from other faculties or equivalent. Registration deadline: 1. december.
Subject areas
- Architecture
- Architectural Theory
- Fine Art
- Architectural Design, Form and Colour Stuidies
- Building Technology
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Examination arrangement: Work
Grade: Letters
Ordinary examination - Spring 2011
Work
Weighting
100/100