Lighting Engineering (5 ECTS)

Code: KM00BL98-3004

General information

Enrollment: 01.05.2019 - 31.10.2019; Registration for the implementation has ended.

Timing: 01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019; Implementation has ended.

Number of ECTS credits allocated: 5 ECTS

Mode of delivery: On-campus

Teaching languages: Finnish

Degree programmes: Live Performance Technology

Teachers: Mikko Pirinen

Teacher in charge: Mikko Pirinen

Course: KM00BL98

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Learning outcomes

Students know the equipment of live performance lighting systems. They know the properties, potential uses, operational principles and special requirements of the relevant devices. Students are able to accurately interpret lighting system documentation. Students are aware of the inherent safety risks and take them into account while using the systems.

Content

- Lighting systems, devices and their operating principles
- Introduction to moving lights and their technical qualities
- Lighting system software and network solutions
- Symbols and markings in lighting documentation
- Safety risks and practices

Teaching methods

Lectures and contact learning, workshops, learning assignments, study visits

Learning materials and recommended literature

To be announced during course unit.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Internship and working life connections

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam dates and retake possibilities

n/a

International connections

n/a

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari.

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment and attendance.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students know the specialist terminology and use it correctly. Students know the relevant safety practices. Students are able to find further information on lighting engineering. Students can follow the given instructions in live projects.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students are well versed in the concepts and fundamental knowledge of lighting engineering. Students are safety-oriented and they are able to act independently in lighting projects. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them in practice.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students use the relevant concepts and information sources systematically and effectively. Student are able to apply fundamental knowledge of lighting engineering in live projects. Students contribute to safe working practices and they are able to act independently and responsibly in the industry. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them across the board.