The University of Sydney

Architecture, Design & Planning

Illumination Design
Our entire visual experience depends on light. It has a profound impact on both
the function and aesthetics of architectural spaces. The Illumination Design
program offers strong technical education in human visual perception, methods
for quantifying light, lighting technologies and issues of sustainability. This field
is enjoying rapid and exciting technological innovations and this program
emphasizes the knowledge and critical thinking skills to enable students to
adapt to - and even lead - future changes.
As a student of Illumination Design, you will develop your expertise in lighting
for architectural and urban environments. You will understand how rapidlyevolving sustainable lighting technologies are changing industry practise and
are contributing to new opportunities for creative applications of modern
materials, colours and technologies.
You will understand the relationship between lighting and allied-built
environment disciplines and how the interaction of optics, psychology and
physiology determines an occupants perception and appreciation of lighting
choices.
Semester 1
Introductio to Architectural Science (Dr Francesco Fiorito)
This unit aims to explore the scientific concepts of heat, light and sound, and
from this develops foundational principles and methods applicable to buildings.
It is divided into five topics: climate and resources: thermal environment:
building services: lighting; and acoustics. Students will gain an understanding
of the terminology, physical values and metrics in each of these topics, and
how they apply to the design and function of buildings. Theoretical models to
predict key physical values in buildings are presented and used in
assessments. Learning is supported by measurement exercises. This unit has a
focused pedagogy intended for all graduate students in Architectural Science. It
is a common core unit for all of the programs (Audio and Acoustics, High
Performance Buildings, Illumination Design and Sustainable Design). Students
within these programs should undertake this unit in their first semester of
study if possible.
Light and Vision (Dr Wendy Davis)
In lighting design, the primary function of light is to facilitate visual perception
of the illuminated scene. User-centred lighting design requires a thorough
understanding of the biological link between light and vision. In this unit,
students learn the fundamentals of the human visual system and the physical
properties of light that impact perception. Specific topics includes an overview
of visual anatomy, the behaviour of the photoreceptors, and post-receptoral
processing that leads to colour perception. The spectral, spatial, and temporal

characteristics of visual processing are also covered. Important visual

phenomena, such as chromatic adaptation and contrast sensitivity, are
discussed. The link between fundamental knowledge of the human visual
system and the practical application of lighting design is emphasized.

Photometry and Colorimetry (Dr Wendy Davis)

Measurements of light based only on physical properties are of limited use to
the lighting designer. Instead, the tools to measure and communicate the
characteristics of light sources and illumination consider the impact of the
physical attributes of light on the human visual system. This unit covers the
photometric measures related to the quantity of light and illumination and the
colorimetric systems used to characterize the colour of lights and objects. The
calculation methods underlying these measures are included, with an emphasis
on useful simulation techniques. The derivations, meanings, proper
applications, and limitations of these measurements systems are discussed. An
overview of physical instruments for photometric and colorimetric
measurements is included. Students learn to apply knowledge of photometry
and colorimetry to evaluate lighting products.
Practice of Lighting Design (Dr Wendy Davis)
This studio-based unit introduces students to the practical process of
professional lighting design. Led by an experience lighting designer, the
content centres on a real lighting design problem. Students complete a group
project, representative of the collaborative design in practice, which culminates
in a client presentation. This unit covers the interpretation of design briefs, the
process of conducting a site visit, the identification of lighting design problems,
and the proposal of lighting solutions. The process of preparing and revising
lighting plans is discussed. Techniques for successful presentations of the final
plan to clients are also included.
Semester 2
Lighting Technologies
Indoor Evironmental Quality
Lighting Design Software

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Diseo de Iluminacin
Objetivos Generales:
Conocer, comprender e incorporar los elementos necesarios para disear y
desarrollar un proyecto lumnico.
Entender y utilizar la luz como elemento de diseo.
Desarrollar la observacin espacial a travs de los matices lumnicos
Incorporar un sentido crtico y analtico en su entorno cotidiano en relacin a
la luz.
Organizar, formalizar, sistematizar y jerarquizar la actividad.
Objetivos Especficos:
Abordar el desarrollo de diseos de iluminacin en espacios interiores y de
exteriores.
Reconocer las diferentes tecnologas de lmparas y luminarias.
Entender y reconocer color, posicin, reflexin, transmisin y absorcin,
sobre los distintos elementos que conforman el espacio y sus usuarios.
Capacitar al alumno para desarrollar la documentacin necesaria que permita
comprender el diseo lumnico y su futura implementacin en planos.
Adquirir herramientas de medicin y control para poder verificar lo
proyectado.
Metodologa
Produccin proyectual enseanza-aprendizaje: cada clase ser expuesta con
presentaciones y exposiciones en Power point.
Estableciendo una comunicacin bidireccional, un dilogo. Donde los alumnos
tengan un espacio para dudas e inquietudes y por mi parte poder ensear
contenido, conocimientos basados en experiencia personal y de colegas.
Reuniendo la teora y la prctica.
Temario

Introduccin, objetivos generales

-Morfologa un acercamiento a los resultados de cada lmpara
-Distribucin (Focalizada Homognea- Intensiva- Extensiva etc)
- Posicin (cenital nadiral frontal lateral etc)
- Factores que influyen en la visin. La luz y su color

Herramientas
-Intensidad
- Color
- Movimiento
- Herramientas subjetivas
Iluminacin Exterior: (Identificacin de espacios da/noche seguridad etc)
-Fachadas
-Pantalla Urbana
-Parques
-Iluminacin peatonal
-Alumbrado Pblico
-Monumentos
Iluminacin Interior
-Edificios pblicos oficinas
-Hoteles y Restaurantes
-Museos/ Galeras de arte
-Edificios Comerciales
-Locales comerciales
-Viviendas

Clase 01: Clase inaugural. Introduccin

Morfologa y Concepto: Comunicacin un acercamiento a los resultados de
cada lmpara.

Distribucin (focalizada homognea intensiva- extensiva etc.)

Posicin (cenital nadiral frontal lateral etc.)

Trabajos prcticos: Observacional: interpretacin de la luz en una Obra

Clase 02:
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Repaso de Tecnologa de Lmparas

Trabajos prcticos: Correccin Lanz.: Clase prctica: Escenario

Clase 03: Herramientas

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Color

Trabajos prcticos: Entrega

Clase 04:
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Conceptos de Diseo: Persuasin retrica etc.

Como presentar un proyecto visualizaciones

Trabajos prcticos: Entrega Lanz.: Proyecto lumnico de un espacio

Clase 05: Iluminacin Exterior

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Parques
Iluminacin peatonal
Alumbrado Pblico
Monumentos
Fachadas

Trabajos prcticos: Correccin

Clase 06: Herramientas parte 2

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Intensidad
Movimiento
Herramientas subjetivas
Nociones de Concepto / idea / partido

Trabajos prcticos: Correccin

Clase 07: Iluminacin Interior parte 1

Edificios pblicos oficinas

Hoteles y restaurants
Museos/galeras de arte

Trabajos prcticos: Correccin

Clase 08: Iluminacin Interior parte 2

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Edificios comerciales
Locales comerciales

Trabajos prcticos: Correccin final

Clase 09: Iluminacin Interior parte 3

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Viviendas
Fachadas

Trabajos prcticos: Entrega - Examen Final

Evaluacin
Evaluaciones parciales a travs de trabajos prcticos que complementarn y
pondrn en situacin profesional y/o acadmica a los contenidos. Llevan nota y
tienen estatus de parcial. Su totalidad debe estar presentada y aprobada para
aprobar la cursada de la asignatura. Los trabajos prcticos evaluarn el
proceso de aprendizaje durante la cursada.
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10/9: Corresponden a quienes demuestran dominar los contenidos y han

profundizado la bibliografa y/o en su produccin proponen innovacin,
reflexin, solidez conceptual y supera las expectativas para el nivel.
8/7: A quienes conocen los contenidos y la bibliografa y/o en su
produccin demuestran aplicacin de sus conocimientos y sus criterios
son correctos.
6/5/4: Corresponden a quienes manifiestan un conocimiento bsico y/o
su produccin cumple con las condiciones mnimas.
0: Esta calificacin corresponde a aquellos que no alcancen los
contenidos mnimos y/o en su produccin no aplica criterio o lo aplica en
forma incorrecta y su presentacin no est acorde al nivel universitario.

Certificacin
Certificado de aprobacin, para lo cual los participantes debern cumplir con el
80 % de asistencia y la aprobacin de los trabajos prcticos.