Lighting EngineeringLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

The student knows the physical properties of light and can apply their knowledge in the design and operation of lighting and lighting systems. The student can build a simple lighting system using equipment and methods typical to the profession. The student can use a typical lighting console and programme various lighting scenarios. The student is familiar with the planning processes for live performance lighting and is able to interpret and prepare lighting system documentation. The student understands the role of lighting engineering in live performances and is familiar with the job profiles related to lighting. They know the safety risks associated with lighting and lighting systems and and can consider these risks in the design, set-up and operation of lighting systems. The student is able to incorporate the principles of sustainable development into their work.

Content

• Properties and physics of light
• Light as part of visual design
• Equipment and operation of lighting systems
• Technical design and documentation
• Workshop on lighting technology
• Familiarisation with a theatre or event lighting system and organisation

Qualifications

KM00GI17 Basics of Live Performance Technology (5 ECTS) and KM00GI16 Safety in Performing Arts Environment or equivalent knowledge and skills

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to consider the properties of light in the operation of lighting systems. The student is familiar with some lighting and lighting control equipment and can plan and program a simple lighting system as part of a team. The student can prepare the necessary documents for the set-up of a lighting system together with the team. The student considers the safety risks and sustainability principles associated with lighting in their work.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to consider the properties of light in the design and operation of lighting systems. The student is familiar with lighting and lighting control equipment and can design and program a simple lighting system independently. They work as part of the design team and can prepare the documentation required to set up a lighting system. The student considers the safety risks and sustainability principles associated with lighting in their work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to consider the properties of light in the design and operation of lighting systems. The student is familiar with lighting and lighting control equipment and can design and program a simple lighting system independently. The student can justify their design solutions using professional knowledge. They work as part of the design team and can prepare the documentation required to set up a lighting system. The student considers the safety risks and sustainability principles associated with lighting in their and the team's work.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to consider the properties of light in the operation of lighting systems. The student is familiar with some lighting and lighting control equipment and can plan and program a simple lighting system as part of a team. The student can prepare the necessary documents for the set-up of a lighting system together with the team. The student considers the safety risks and sustainability principles associated with lighting in their work.