Lighting Syllabus
COURSE TITLE: Lighting
COURSE NUMBER: ID-‐212 SECTION:A
MCO PREPARED BY Anthony Caradonna
DATE: Rev.
March 22, 2011
INSTRUCTOR NAME AND CONTACT:
Gita Nandan gita@threadcollective.com Tory Jones knowtoryous@me.com OFFICE HOURS: TORY WED. 12:15-‐1:15, 5:15,THURSDAY 12:15-‐1:15, 5:15 YOU MUST SCHEDULE IN ADVANCE OFFICE LOCATION: 11-‐17 Beach Street CLASSROOM: 718
SYLLABUS PREP. DATE:
June 21, 2011
CREDIT HOURS:
3 Quarter Credit Hour A quarter credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than: (1) One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-‐of-‐class student work each week for 10-‐12 weeks, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or
(2) At least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution including laboratory work, internships, practica, studio work, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours
COURSE LENGTH: 11 weeks
CONTACT HOURS:
Lecture: Lab: 22 22 Total: 44
COURSE SCHEDULE:
Days: Wednesday Time: 6:00PM-‐10:00PM Dates: 7/13/2011-‐9/21/2011
UNIT OF ACADEMIC MEASUREMENT:
Quarter System
PREREQUISITES: None
CO REQUISITES: None
CATALOG COURSE
This course is designed to introduce students to the characteristics of lighting, lighting design, and the methods of control in order to achieve successful
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The Art Institute of New York City
DESCRIPTION: environments.
TEXTBOOKS AND MATERIALS
(CHECK ONE)
REQUIRED OPTIONAL
TEXTBOOK (S)
eBook – Lighting Design Basics, Karlen -‐ Wiley X
RESOURCES & SUPPLIES
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
Lecture Handouts:All lectures are presented PowerPoint.
X They will be uploaded to ecompanion after each class.
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to do the following:
Students will be able to develop lighting concepts, research fixture products, understand lighting calculations, read light fixture catalog sheets, produce reflected ceiling plans, produce floorplans showing switching, produce appropriate lighting legends and write fixture specification and make light to be used in real life situation Light Project Learning Goals: To learn about fundamentals of light and lighting design through the design of a lighting element. To study and determine ways to manipulate a paper shell to contain and filter an internal artificial light source (fluorescent or incandescent bulb) To learn and develop methods in a process of conceiving, studying, making and developing a full scale paper prototype. To learn through empirical exploration, experimentation, evaluation and reapplication. To learn material techniques material properties –size, thickness, weight, color, opacity, transparency, translucencysoftness, brittleness, rigidity, flexibilitymanipulation techniques – draw, fold, curl, cut, join, tape
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
This class is taught using a lecture/discussion and laboratory format along with a variety of techniques to re-‐enforce lectures. These techniques may include but are not limited to weekly assignments, quizzes, presentations and a final project. The course will be team taught. Critique of the previous weeks work at the start of class, Quiz based on homework reading and lecture from week before. Lecture and intro to new assignment and ending in lab time to explore new work.
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS:
Outside research is required to complete all homework assignments. Various Internet web sites, publications and periodicals will be used.
GRADING:
Student performance will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:
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Grading / Student Performance:
A A -‐ B + B B -‐ C + C C -‐ D + D F GRADING POLICIES:
= 94 – 100 %
Excellent = 90 – 93 %
= 87 – 89 %
Above Average = 84 – 86 %
= 80 – 83 %
= 77 – 79 %
Average = 74 – 76 %
= 70 – 73 %
= 67 – 69 %
Below Average = 60 – 66 %
= 59 % & Below
Poor
GRADING SCALE:
Guidelines for Achievement:
A, A-‐
Demonstrates exceptional exploration or preparation during desk reviews, and extraordinary solutions of all assignments. B+, B, B-‐
Demonstrates adequate exploration or preparation during desk reviews, and completes all assignments. C+, C, C-‐
Demonstrates little exploration or preparation during desk reviews, and completes all assignments. D+, D
Demonstrates no exploration or preparation during desk reviews, and completes all assignments. F Anything else is a failing grade.
***Showing up to class and doing all assignments with no
progress does not constitute a passing grade.***
COURSE POLICIES:
1. The instructor will schedule appropriate breaks during the class.
2. All lectures are presented PowerPoint.
3. Late work: must be cleared by me.
4. Disabilities: It is AiNYC policy not to discriminate against qualified students with documented disabilities in its educational programs, activities or services. If you have a disability-‐related need for adjustments or other accommodations in this class, contact the Academic Advisor or School Counselor.
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ATTENDANCE:
AINYC Attendance Policy, Effective January 1, 2011 Due to the intensive nature of the 11 week quarter system atThe Art Institute of New York City, absences jeopardize participation and a student’s ability to successfully complete his or her studies. A student’s academic performance is in pursuit of preparation for a professional environment in which there is typically zero or little tolerance for absenteeism. If, for some critical reason, a student finds it necessary to be absent, late, or leave early it is the student’s responsibility to: *Notify the instructor, and make up all missed work. *Note that accumulated tardiness, leaving class before it is dismissed, or absenteeism will affect performance and the participation grade. *Understand that excessive absenteeism may result in failure of the class. *Look for the specific participation requirements for individual courses, by referring to the course grading rubric within the syllabus provided by the instructor. Attendance is taken every class meeting. There are no excused absences. The only consideration to be granted regarding absences must be presented by the Faculty Member to the Department Chair and dean of Academic Affairs. A student who misses twelve (12) hours from weeks 1 through 9 in an individual course will receive a Withdrawal grade (W). A student who misses 12 hours in a course in weeks 1 through 11 will receive a W/F. Tardiness and absenteeism will be recorded in 15 minute increments. A student who knows that she/he will be late/absent must contact the instructor via voicemail, e-‐mail, or administrative note. Students arriving late to class have the responsibility of notifying their instructor at a break that they are present. When absent, a student is responsible for obtaining the lecture notes and homework assignments from other members of the class or the syllabus. Students will be asked to leave class if they are unprepared, disengaged, talking, texting,on their computers (facebook) sleeping, disruptive, or otherwise compromising the educational experience of students who are motivated and trying to work. Students who do not attend classes for 14 consecutive days will be dropped from school from the last date they attended school; exceptions will be made only on the basis of appropriate documentation presented to the Dean of Academic Affairs. Students taking a minimum of twelve credits, who have perfect attendance for all courses registered, in a particular quarter will receive a $100 tuition scholarship for the subsequent quarter of enrollment in the school. Details regarding this scholarship may be found in The Art Institute of New York City catalog
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Criteria:
• Attendance & Punctuality
• Active Participation in discussion
• Quality of work
• Academic Integrity (No plagiarism)
• Attention to detail
• Classroom etiquette (cell phones/mp3’s)off and away
• Respect for peers and instructor
• Ethical decision-‐making
STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR:
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Weekly Topical Class Meeting Outline: SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT INSTRUCTORS DISCRETION Quizzes will be announced a week before as per instructors.
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Week 1
July 13
Lecture: Introduction of Course Luminaire Project Introduction (after introduction to class and
lecture) 1 Pendant / Table / Floor / Sconce Light Types 2 Paper – Origami Introduction + Project Parameters 3 Project Issues: Shell / Details / Light Filter / Attachment Issues Lab: Class assignment paper light In class – explore origami and possible details Home Assignment:
Assignment: 10 origami folding detail models-‐ full scale. 10 sketches of light shell ideas – shell shapes / size Students must purchase light fixture w/ extension from Canal Lighting And warm day light lamp Read chapters 1, 5 & 8 Week 2 July 20
Lecture:
Student presentations Review of assignment Distribute -‐ Light Fixture + Bulb + Collar Lecture : Introduction to Lighting Approach and Natural Day-‐lighting Strategies Case Study presentation – Kimball Art Museum and a residential space. Lab: Design project #1 : in class, design a naturally lit space using one or more of the
techniques discussed in class through a model building exercise. Home Assignment:
RCP and section drawing of final design. Read Chapter 2, 3, 9 and 10. Week 3 July 27
Lecture: Student presentations
Review of assignment Sourcing options Distribute -‐ Light Fixture + Bulb + Collar Lab: Project Discussion Assignment: 5 light fixtures – that attempt to integrate paper detail
studies into shell shape(s) as defined by sketches. Photograph full scale shells illuminated by light fixture and email to instructors Home Assignment:
Photograph full scale shells illuminated by light fixture and email to Tory Read Chapter 2,3,9 & 10 Week 4 Aug. 3
Lecture: Lecture : Electricity and Power supplies / Light Fixture Types / Residential Design /
Reflected Ceiling Plan drawing requirements. Case Study presentation – single family home vs apartment building
Lab: Design project #2A: Layout and Fixture Selection for a residential apartment unit,
plan drawings provided, RCP, and switching plan. fixture selection package and lighting schedule. Home Assignment:
Research and buy / acquire 2-‐5 paper options for final light shell Explore and test paper design details Photographs of Light Prototype and Paper Development read : chapter 4, 6 and 7 Week 5 Aug. 10
Lecture: Student presentations
Students Bring in: 5 light fixture – develop and refine details and overall shell design Lab: 2 Full scale light fixture in new paper material choice
Design & Make Collar / Harp Attachment on Full Scale Models Home Assignment:
Research and buy / acquire 2-‐5 paper options for refining light shells Continue to work on 2 full scale fixtures read : chapter 4, 6 and 7 Week 6 Aug. 17
Lecture: Section drawing techniques / Emergency Lighting / Light fixture spacing / Code
requirements Case Study presentation -‐ theater Lab: Design project #2B : in class, review #2A, revisions to work
homework, detail lighting layout as per light fixture spacing requirements for a specific location in residential project. Provide dimensions, mounting heights, etc. Home Assignment:
read : chapter 11 and appendix B
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Week7 Aug. 24
Field Trip Lutron Lab: Switching and Dimming controls Home Assignment:
read : chapter 11 and appendix B Week 8 Aug. 31
Lecture Control Devices, central lighting installations / Commercial Design
Case Study presentation – design offices TBD Lab: Design project #3: Layout and Fixture Selection for an office, drawings provided.
Provide an RCP, switching plan, fixture selection package and lighting schedule. Home Assignment:
read : chapter 14,15
Week 9 Sept. 7
Lecture: Student presentations:
Students Bring in: 2 Full scale light fixture in new paper material choice Design & Make Collar / Harp Attachment on Full Scale Model Photographs of Light Prototype with final material selected Lab: Finalize luminaire project. Design Process to 1 fixture. Home Assignment:
Finalize Luminaire Read chapter 14,15 Week 10 Sept. 14
Lecture: Lecture : signage / LED and special feature lighting
Case Study presentation : Interactive + exhibit display Lab: Design project #4 Provide 1. a section detail of the light fixture (designed
with Tory), 2. presentation sketch showing fixture in its context. Home Assignment:
Finalize luminaire fixture
Week 11 Sept. 21
Present light to Anthony/Final Light Fixtures exhibition Final Exam All work documented in 8.5” x 11” folder and burned onto a CD N
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