INTD 1050 - Lighting Fundamentals

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2 Lab 2
Course Description: This course focuses on lighting fundamentals for interior design. It covers the four types of light: task, accent, decorative, and ambient. Course activities include the application of problem-solving techniques to a variety of lighting scenarios. This course requires field trips to ”trade only” showrooms during regular business hours.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): INTD 1020 and INTD 1040 with grades of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

Lighting types, sources, applications, limitations, measurements
Lighting and color
Lighting selection and specifications
Sustainable lighting options
Electrical codes and safety standards
Lighting plans
Lighting placement

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, student will be able to…

identify lighting types, sources, applications, and limitations.
evaluate lighting measurements.
specify appropriate lighting for different applications.
evaluate how color and behavior are affected by lighting.
explore sustainable lighting options.
incorporate course knowledge into lighting and electrical plans.
write lighting specifications.
design lighting solutions that are consistent with lighting and electrical codes.
draw reflected ceiling plans.
identify aesthetic and human factors affecting lighting decisions.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies
Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6)
None
Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10)
None

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