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PEM4026 | Lighting Methods and Techniques in Landscape Architecture | 2+0+0 | ECTS:4 | Year / Semester | Spring Semester | Level of Course | First Cycle | Status | Elective | Department | DEPARTMENT of LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE | Prerequisites and co-requisites | None | Mode of Delivery | | Contact Hours | 14 weeks - 2 hours of lectures per week | Lecturer | Prof. Dr. Hilal TURGUT | Co-Lecturer | none | Language of instruction | Turkish | Professional practise ( internship ) | None | | The aim of the course: | Aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for designing and implementing lighting in landscape areas. |
Learning Outcomes | CTPO | TOA | Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to : | | | LO - 1 : | Students will understand the fundamental principles and concepts of lighting, including the physical properties of light, color theory, and various types of light sources. | 1,3,5,10 | 1,6, | LO - 2 : | Students will gain knowledge of traditional and modern lighting technologies, including energy-efficient systems like LED lighting, and will be able to choose appropriate fixtures and accessories for different landscape applications. | | | LO - 3 : | Students will develop skills in designing and planning landscape lighting projects, taking into account aesthetics, functionality, visual comfort, and safety. They will learn to create comprehensive lighting plans based on site analysis and specific requirements. | | | LO - 4 : | Students will be able to incorporate principles of sustainability and energy efficiency into their lighting designs. They will learn methods to minimize environmental impact and promote green lighting solutions. | | | LO - 5 : | Through case studies and hands-on projects, students will apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. They will enhance their project management skills, including the ability to work collaboratively, present their designs, and implement feedback and revisions. | | | CTPO : Contribution to programme outcomes, TOA :Type of assessment (1: written exam, 2: Oral exam, 3: Homework assignment, 4: Laboratory exercise/exam, 5: Seminar / presentation, 6: Term paper), LO : Learning Outcome | |
This course covers lighting technologies, principles of aesthetics and functionality, energy efficiency, and environmental impacts. Students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge through various lighting projects. |
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Course Syllabus | Week | Subject | Related Notes / Files | Week 1 | Introduction and Orientation
Introduction to the course and its objectives
Importance of landscape lighting and basic concepts
History and evolution of lighting design | | Week 2 | Light and Color Fundamentals
Physical properties of light
Types of light sources
Color theory and the use of color in lighting
| | Week 3 | Lighting Technologies
Traditional and modern lighting technologies
LED and energy-efficient lighting systems
Lighting fixtures and accessories
| | Week 4 | Aydınlatma Planlaması
Principles of Lighting Design
Aesthetics and functionality
Visual comfort and safety
Highlighting landscape features | | Week 5 | Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
Energy-saving methods
Environmental impacts and sustainable lighting
Green lighting solutions | | Week 6 | Lighting Project Case Study - I
Analysis of a real project
Step-by-step explanation of the design process
Student project work
| | Week 7 | Lighting Project Case Study - I
Analysis of a real project
Step-by-step explanation of the design process
Student project work
| | Week 8 | exam | | Week 9 | Outdoor Lighting
Parks, gardens, and recreational areas
Pedestrian and bike paths
Monuments and sculptures | | Week 10 | Indoor Lighting
Public buildings and shopping centers
Museum and exhibition lighting
Offices and workplaces
| | Week 11 | Lighting Project Case Study - II
A more comprehensive project
Group work and presentations by students
Feedback and revisions on the project | | Week 12 | Smart Lighting Systems
Smart cities and lighting automation
Sensors and control systems
Future trends and technologies | | Week 13 | Final Project and Evaluation
Presentation and evaluation of student projects
Overall assessment and closing
Future work and recommendations
| | Week 14 | Final Project and Evaluation
Presentation and evaluation of student projects
Overall assessment and closing
Future work and recommendations
| | Week 15 | Final Project and Evaluation
Presentation and evaluation of student projects
Overall assessment and closing
Future work and recommendations
| | Week 16 | Fınal exam | | |
1 | Schiler, Marc. 2015; Introduction to Architectural Lighting, New York. | | 2 | Steffy, Gary. 2008; Architectural Lighting Design, New Jersey. | | 3 | Loftness, Vivian. 2010; Sustainable Built Environments, Pittsburgh. | | 4 | Loukaki, Argyro. 2017; Urban Lighting for Safety and Sustainability, Athens. | | |
Method of Assessment | Type of assessment | Week No | Date | Duration (hours) | Weight (%) | Mid-term exam | 8 | | | 50 | End-of-term exam | 15 | | | 50 | |
Student Work Load and its Distribution | Type of work | Duration (hours pw) | No of weeks / Number of activity | Hours in total per term | Yüz yüze eğitim | 2 | 14 | 28 | Uygulama | 2 | 3 | 6 | Dönem sonu sınavı | 1 | 1 | 1 | Total work load | | | 35 |
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