This module looks at the effects of interior lighting and analyses the ways that these effects may be achieved using technical lighting information. The installation of audio visual systems and their associated cable management will also be investigated. The communication of technical information through drawings and schematic diagrams will be studied, as will the selection and visual representation of particular lighting and audio visual systems.
Formatively, students will be assessed on a simple elevation showing how light illuminates a space. This work may be produced by computer or by hand. Summative assessment will include the development of a lighting/audio - visual specification for a designated brief which will in turn lead to the production of lighting plans and electrical plans. Students will provide a rationale for the scheme and include a lux table within this report. Presentation boards will be used to present the lighting scheme. Achieving a specific lighting effect can be challenging and assessment will focus on the application of lighting and electrical product knowledge, learning and the ability to create a solution to a specific brief.

All elements are required. Coursework will consist of :
-Written reports, briefs and specifications, 1000-1500 words (LO 1, 2) 30%

Visual plans, presentation boards, design schemes 70% including:
-Presentation boards (LO 2 & 3)
-Lighting & Electrical Plans (LO 1, 2, 3)

Delivery is by distance learning with a comprehensive resource handbook on the VLE and available to download, examples of best practice, project templates and email and telephone support being available through our online VLE, individual tutorials and student forum. Specialist knowledge will be delivered by a diverse team of staff and visiting guest lecturers with a variety of relevant backgrounds and experience.

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Briere, D., Hurley, P. 2007. Smart Homes for Dummies, 3rd Edition: Wiley Publishing
Karlen, M., Benya, J., 2004. Lighting Design Basics. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons Inc.
Storey, S., 2008, Perfect Lighting - Inspiring solutions for every room: London: Jaqui Small.
Whitehead, R., 2004. Residential Lighting - A practical guide: Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons Inc.

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