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, A.V. & Electrical Plans (LO 1, 2, 3)

Key Information Set:
100% coursework

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 produce a Lux table that demonstratres lighting requirements for a specific location. 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, AV and electrical plans. Students will provide a rationale for the scheme and 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.

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.

Key Information Set:
10% scheduled learning and teaching activities
90% guided independent learning

Boyce, P., Raynham, P. (2009). The SLL Lighting Handbook. London: The Society of Light and Lighting.
Briere, D., Hurley, P. (2008). Home Theater for Dummies. 3rd Edition. Hoboken: Wiley Publishing
Briere, D., Hurley, P. (2007). Smart Homes for Dummies. 3rd Edition. Hoboken: Wiley Publishing
Innes, M. (2012). Lighting for Interior Design. London: Lawrence King Publishing Ltd.
Karlen, M., Benya, J. (2012). Lighting Design Basics. 2nd ed. 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 to beautiful and sustainable design. 2nd ed. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons Inc.

Range of resources located on the VLS
Tutorial staff
Library Services