Training Course in Lighting Design and Distribution Using Professional Software

Fundamentals of Lighting and Introduction to Professional Software

• Basic Concepts in Lighting

  • Types of lighting (natural, artificial, supplementary).

  • Physical properties of light and their impact on the environment.

  • International and local lighting standards.

• Introduction to Professional Software

  • Overview of key design software (DIALux, Relux, AutoCAD).

  • Comparison of software capabilities.

  • Required hardware and software specifications.

• Setting Up the Digital Work Environment

  • Creating a new project in the software.

  • Importing architectural drawings.

  • Configuring basic project settings (units, scales, definitions).

Lighting Design and Technical Customization

• Designing Lighting Using the Software

  • Adding light sources and defining their properties.

  • Adjusting light distribution and angles.

  • Setting up general and task lighting.

• Working with Materials and Surfaces

  • Impact of materials on light distribution.

  • Configuring surface properties within the software.

  • Simulating reflections and glows.

• Applying to Architectural Plans

  • Integrating lighting with architectural layouts.

  • Defining target lighting areas.

  • Using layers to facilitate workflow.

Lighting Analysis and Optimization

• Analyzing Lighting Results

  • Reading lighting distribution reports.

  • Evaluating light levels against standards.

  • Identifying over-lit and under-lit areas.

• Improving Lighting Design

  • Adjusting light sources to optimize distribution.

  • Replacing or adding different lighting fixtures.

  • Enhancing energy efficiency in the design.

• Creating Presentations and Light Maps

  • Preparing lighting distribution maps.

  • Preparing client presentations.

  • Exporting results and reports in different formats.

Advanced Applications and Software Integration

• Advanced Practical Applications

  • Designing lighting for various interior spaces (offices, homes, shops).

  • Designing lighting for exterior spaces (streets, gardens, façades).

  • Implementing smart lighting and electronic control.

• Programming and Customization in Software

  • Customizing libraries and devices.

  • Using plugins to extend software capabilities.

  • Configuring different scenario settings.

• Integration with Other Design Software

  • Linking lighting designs with CAD and BIM software.

  • Importing and exporting files between software.

  • Collaborative work within design teams.

Executing a Complete Lighting Design Project

• Preparing the Final Design Project

  • Selecting the type of project (interior or exterior space).

  • Importing the plan and preparing the design environment.

  • Applying required lighting standards.

• Implementing the Design in the Software

  • Distributing the appropriate lighting units.

  • Adjusting final light property settings.

  • Running simulations and analyzing results.

• Presenting the Project and Exporting Plans

  • Exporting final files and plans.

  • Preparing the presentation for the client or team.

  • Reviewing the design to ensure compliance with standards.