EDSN 200 - Lighting and Building Systems

1. Demonstrate an understanding of barrier-free, life-safety and building codes applications in commercial environmental 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. Understanding of cabinet construction including joinery, materials of construction, hardware, etc.
8. Write accurate specifications for architectural detailing including commercial floor and wall systems, interior finishes, doors, windows, trim and moldings, hardware, and custom case goods.
9. Understand principles of acoustics to create sound controlled interiors.
10. 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
• Uniform Building Codes (UBC)
• 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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