EDSN 200 - Lighting and Building Systems

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EDSN 215-Architectural and Rendering

PROGRAM: Environmental Design
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2025

Presents the integration of commercial and institutional design and architectural detailing. Includes the environmental impact of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as acoustics and codes. Special emphasis will be placed on lighting technology and application.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of barrier-free, life-safety and building codes applications in commercial interior design.
2. Demonstrate accurate readings of electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings.
3. Develop technical drafting skills through the use of exercises to include:
   1. Drafting of plans and sections with appropriate architectural symbols, scaled elements, legends and labeling
   2. Demolition and construction plans illustrating barrier-free space planning
   3. Knowledge of the relationship of drawings and appropriate sequencing of plans
   4. Lighting systems:
      1. Reflected ceiling plan
      2. Lighting plan
      3. Architectural lighting details
4. Design creative and appropriate lighting solutions for both residential and commercial interiors.
   1. Understand various light sources’ characteristics and applications
   2. Know a variety of lighting manufacturers and resources
   3. Write lighting design concepts for specific clients
   4. Create appropriate lighting and electrical schedules
   5. Select and specify appropriate energy efficient lighting fixtures and lamps
   6. Prepare lighting cost sheets
5. Understand specification technology including coordination guidelines for contract documents, format and content and performance evaluation.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of how to use the Sweets catalogs.
7. Write accurate specifications for architectural detailing including commercial floor and wall systems, interior finishes, doors, windows, trim and moldings, and hardware.
8. Understand principles of acoustics to create sound controlled interiors.
9. Prepare an oral presentation for project critique to include:
   1. Appropriate use of environmental nomenclature
   2. Justification of project

• Light sources
• American Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Lighting codes
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Specifications
• Model Building Codes
• Creative lighting solutions
• Lighting and electrical plans
• Wall construction techniques
• Lighting fixture selection and specification
• Floor construction techniques
• HVAC and mechanical systems
• Acoustical and audiovisual systems

 
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