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Lighting Fundamentals

Lux, Lumens & Colour Temperature
Lamp Types: Incandescent, Fluorescent, LED
Ballasts, Drivers & Circuit Design
Lighting Fundamentals Check

Controls & Daylighting

Occupancy Sensors & Motion Control
Daylight Harvesting & Dimming
Time Scheduling & Integration with BMS
Controls & Daylight Check

LED Retrofit & Design

LED Retrofit Strategy & Payback
Lighting Design for Energy & Comfort
Measuring Lighting Performance
Retrofit & Design Check

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Capstone: Lighting Diagnostics

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Lighting Fundamentals Check

Quiz on lux, lamp types, and efficacy.

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