Course - Light and Lighting - IELET1065
Light and Lighting
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About the course
Course content
Radiometric notions and units, the human eye and radiation, photometric notions and units, the photometric laws, the eye and factors for sight, energy converting to light, colour, luminaires, quality criteria, lighting calculations, lighting systems, photometric measurements, road and tunnel lighting, daylighting.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
After completing this course the candidate shall:
- know the photometric terms, the connection between physical and photometric terms, and the basic photometric laws
- be able to give an account of the operation of the human eye
- understand the behavior and characteristics of relevant light sources, and know their applications
- know relevant requirements and design criteria for interior and exterior lighting systems
- know the influence of daylight to the lighting in buildings
Skills:
After completing this course the candidate shall be able to:
- design lighting systems
- make lighting calculations by the utilization factor method and the point method
- design reflectors based on desired light distributions
- use instruments and equipment in the laboratory
General competence:
After completing the course, the candidate has increased:
- skills in cooperation and interdisciplinary collaboration
- ability to communicate effectively to professionals and non-specialists alike through reports and presentations
- ability to contribute to innovation and innovation processes
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, exercises and laboratory work.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
- Laboratory work with report
Further on evaluation
If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may change from written to oral.
The re-sit is held in the Spring semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic mathematics and physics.
Course materials
Hans-Henrik Bjørset, Eilif H. Hansen: Lysteknikk (last edition). In Norwegian.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| TET4165 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2023 |
| IELET2501 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2023 |
Subject areas
- Electrical Power Engineering
- Architecture
- Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2024
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.