
This lecture describes the content of the course.
Role of lighting in energy conservation, Basics of lighting like Watt, Lumen and Illuminance. Terminologies used in lighting eg Efficacy, Glare, Contrast, VCP, CRI, Color temperature etc.
Four basics types of lighting systems namely, incandescent bulb, Fluorescent lighting, high intensity discharge and Light Emitting diodes and subcategories of these lighting systems
Different lighting controls like timers, dimmers, infrared and ultrasonic sensors etc. Method to perform energy audit of lighting system, Comparison of lighting systems and different terms related to
Different methods to save energy in existing or new systems like use of day lighting, task lighting, solar power lighting, group relamping, delamping, retrofits etc. Exhaustive check list is also giv
Benefits of the courses are
•Fundamentals of Lighting
•Basic Terms in Lighting System and Features
•Lamp Types and their Features
•Recommended Illuminance Levels for Various Tasks / Activities / Locations
•Lighting System Audit
•Energy Saving methods in Lighting System like retrofitting, solar powered lighting, lighting controls, day lighting, task lighting, group relamping, efficient street lighting and many more
•Check List