Lighting Design – THEMATIC UNITS

SFP50: ART, LIGHT, AND PSYCHOLOGY OF PERCEPTION

Module code: SFP50

ECTS Credit Points: 20

Module Type: Compulsory

Year: 1^st

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Module general description: This course module has a dual objective. First, it attempts to communicate the basic properties of natural and artificial lighting. Secondly, it aims to collect the synthetic criteria in order to achieve a certain desired expression, through the lighting. These criteria are organized both through the awareness of the lighting effects on the psychology of the visitor or the inhabitant of a space, and through the analysis of artworks. The interpretation of the visual perception, through the historical consideration of light in art and architecture, is the main methodological axis of this thematic unit.

Therefore, the purpose of the unit is to collect the criteria, aesthetic and functional, which are organize the thinking around the space and the objects, as well as to sharpen the perception, so that we can use these criteria in design, with the light as a tool.

Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to:

• Know the basic concepts regarding the properties of natural and artificial light.
• Understand the different methods and tools of light management available to them.
• Handle the various capabilities of light in fields such as architecture, interior design, theater, photography, etc.
• Understand the psychological properties of light, i.e. how light influences humans in different conditions.
• Know the methods of synthesis to achieve artistic expressional goals in all of the aforementioned fields.
• Understand the basic concepts of photometry, i.e., the methods of measuring and correlating the qualitative and quantitative properties of light

Subjects covered:

• Visual communication
• Basic Principles of visual education and signification
• History of light in art and architecture
• Psychology of visual perception

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.

Evaluation: Students are assigned to submit four (4) written assignments during the academic year. The average grade of the four (4) written assignments, weighted at 30%, is taken into consideration for the calculation of the final grade. The grade of written assignments is activated only with a score equal to or above the pass level (≥5) in the final or resit exams.

The grade of the final or the resit exams shall be weighted at 70 % for the calculation of the final grade.

Students have the right to participate in the final/resit exams if (a) at least 50% of the potentially excellent grade has been obtained when adding the total of the four (4) assignments and (b) at least three (3) of the four (4) written assignments have been submitted.

SFP51: GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF LIGHTING AND PHYSIOLOGY OF VISUAL PERCEPTION

Module code: SFP51

ECTS Credit Points: 20

Module Type: Compulsory

Year: 1^st

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Module general description: The main objective of the Course Module (C.M.) is for students to get acquainted with the Basic Principles of Light and the Physiology of Visual Perception. The C.M. SFP 51 consists of six thematic sub-units, (1) Principles of photometry – Photometric quantities and units, (2) Visual perception, (3) Nature of color and color perception – Principles of Colorimetry, (4) Natural light basics, sun lighting and shading of buildings, (5) Principles of human centric lighting, (6) Light and shadow, light and space.

Photometry is a key tool for the study of light and lighting design. Students will thoroughly study the principles, the quantities, the instruments and units of light measurements. Furthermore, they will get familiar with the visual system, physiology and the mechanisms of visual perception, they will study color in its physical, psychophysical and colorimetric dimensions, they will look back on the perceptions of light and shadow over time and they will be introduced in architectural lighting design principles and practice.

In addition, they will be using the tools of photometry to approach fundamental considerations in human centric lighting design, exploring lighting solutions that consider lighting quality with reference to human vision and performance on visual tasks, while simultaneously incorporating new insights about the non visual effects of light.

They will learn to deal with light as a means of composition or expression of meaning or aesthetics or creating an atmosphere addressed to the emotion (in psychology), drawing on knowledge about the function and mechanisms of visual perception and considering how to use measurements to manage the qualities of light in relation to visual perception.

The ultimate goal is for students to be able to handle the various possibilities of light in fields such as architecture, interior design, theater, cinema, analyze the requirements of a lighting project and calculate visual comfort conditions through the threefold scheme: light, space and human.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, the student will:

• be acquainted with the nature of light and the basic principles of radiometry and photometry, what a black body is and its applications, the radiometric and photometric quantities, units, and the primary measuring devices of photometry.
• understand basic concepts regarding the properties of natural and artificial lighting.
• have sufficient knowledge of the ways in which light affects people and will therefore be familiar with the principles of human-centric lighting.
• have the theoretical background and know how to use solar trajectory diagrams to determine the natural lighting/shading of buildings
• have acquired a basic understanding of physiology, in terms of the characteristics and functional principles of human vision. He/she will have an understanding of the mechanisms of reception and processing of visual information through which perception is accomplished.
• be able to explain the meaning of colour in science, technology, and visual perception.
• Be aware of the classification of colours and the methods of colour mixing.
• have understood how colour perception works and how the visual system perceives colour in relation to the physical characteristics of the colour stimuli in given lighting conditions.

Upon successful completion of SFP51, students will have developed the following skills:

• Experience with radiometric and photometric calculations.
• Ability to handle lighting and shading in architectural plans, lighting of surfaces or objects for artistic or other purposes.
• Ability to assess the quality of lighting in terms of visual performance and colour rendering and to manage the critical characteristics of lighting – natural or artificial – that influence or determine visual perception.

Subjects covered:

• Light and physiology of visual perception
• Photometric and colorimetrie principles
• Photometric units, lighting calculations and evaluation
• Color mixing and color rendition of light sources
• Design and geometrical characteristics of daylighting

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.

Evaluation: Students are assigned to submit four (4) written assignments during the academic year. The average grade of the four (4) written assignments, weighted at 30%, is taken into consideration for the calculation of the final grade. The grade of written assignments is activated only with a score equal to or above the pass level (≥5) in the final or resit exams.

The grade of the final or the resit exams shall be weighted at 70 % for the calculation of the final grade.

Students have the right to participate in the final/resit exams if (a) at least 50% of the potentially excellent grade has been obtained when adding the total of the four (4) assignments and (b) at least three (3) of the four (4) written assignments have been submitted.

SFP60: Lighting Technology and connection to production (Specialization I)

Module code: SFP60

ECTS Credit Points: 20

Module Type:  Compulsory/Specialization I

Year: 1^st

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Module general description: This C.M. includes the listed issues

• Technical characteristics of lamps and lighting fixtures
• Luminous and energy efficiency parameters of lighting fixtures
• Photometric diagrams
• Lighting calculation software
• Design of indoor and outdoor lighting systems
• Use of daylight
• Rational use of energy in lighting

This C.M. aims to provide students with the skills they need to tackle a lighting project taking into account both its architecture and available technology combining technique with aesthetics. Students learn to work in an interdisciplinary environment using a range of accounting for lighting analysis acquiring all the skills required to execute and manage lighting projects. Lighting design is not treated simply as a technical problem but as a process of influencing emotion and perception that offers viewing experiences.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of SFP60, students will be able to:

• Εvaluate the photometric and energy characteristics of lamps and lighting fixtures
• Analyze the requirements of a lighting project,
• Select the appropriate equipment that meets the requirements of the lighting project
• Propose proper solutions for a lighting project,
• Calculate quantitatively and qualitatively the required conditions of optical comfort
• Make the proper calculations and design a lighting system
• Formulate technically sound and energy-efficient solutions,
• Calculate and exploit the utilization of daylight in indoor installations
• Propose energy saving solutions in existing and new lighting installations
• Design the lighting system to meet the energy requirements of the current legislation
• Select the proper equipment and designate its spatial arrangement,
• Calculate the installation, function, and maintenance costs of lighting installations
• Propose the most beneficial solutions

Subjects covered:

• Lighting techniques, applications and integrated lighting design
• Norm and standards for lighting design
• Energy optimization, cost and benefit for lighting projects
• Visual comfort improvement
• Technology of light sources and lighting controls

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.

Evaluation: Students are assigned to submit four (4) written assignments during the academic year. The average grade of the four (4) written assignments, weighted at 30%, is taken into consideration for the calculation of the final grade. The grade of written assignments is activated only with a score equal to or above the pass level (≥5) in the final or resit exams.

The grade of the final or the resit exams shall be weighted at 70 % for the calculation of the final grade.

Students have the right to participate in the final/resit exams if (a) at least 50% of the potentially excellent grade has been obtained when adding the total of the four (4) assignments and (b) at least three (3) of the four (4) written assignments have been submitted.

SPF1 ETHE (lab) Direction of photography in cinematography: camera, lenses, camera movement, framing/composition, basic lighting techniques (Specialization IΙ)

Module code:  SFP1 ETHE (lab)

ECTS Credit Points: 20

Module Type:  Compulsory/ Specialization II

Year: 1^st

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Module general description: An emphasis is given, in the deeper knowledge required on the use of various systems dealing with the creation of moving images, based on super-35mm digital cinema camera and lenses of both variable and prime focal lengths: as lighting consists of the highest level of competence in the creation of moving images, initially the focus is on matters dealing with principal cinematography, while eventually as the intensive workshops offered are taking place, the effort is on gaining experience in different lighting conditions, through the shooting of small scenes while at the same time, the participants learn through a hands-on approach, all kinds of lighting units and their respective control-devices, in a purely cinematic creative environment in a studio. At the same time the theoretical long distance courses, will support the essence of the subject module offered, covering all kinds of technical, aesthetic and artistic requirements embedded.

Learning Outcomes:

Through this introductory cinematography module,  a truly creative approach arises with research, theoretical, aesthetic, technical and pictorial overtones, that along with the experience and knowledge that will be acquired, will surpass the expertise factor, on the level of all possible practices that can be developed. In audiovisual and cinematic matters at large, Cinematography-Direction of Photography, is a discipline that requires the highest levels of skills in complex combinations and approaches dealing with artistic decisions based in image composition and framing that form the platform for all aesthetic, pictorial and visual statements through lighting in order to support the narrative development: as a consequence the cinematic possibilities in the contemporary digital medium and environment are innumerable. The different digital-content distribution- platforms, are in constant demand of fresh and greater audiovisual product, while “show-business” includes all kinds of artistic possibilities and forms of expression with a common approach and technological substance (live music- shows, theater-performance-cinema-tv- music-videos and video-art), through light, projection, live and digital-image, forming a new environment in constant development, a place of artistic collaboration and creative involvement, that combines with incredible human input on different aesthetic experiences but with a unique goal: the complete artwork. The knowledge and experience that will be gained has many possible disciplines, while at the same time it broadens the horizon of aesthetic and technological approaches of all participants in the courses offered, offering as well new possibilities of professional aspects. More specifically, as far as creative practices and expression in artistic matters are concerned, lighting is the peak of their aesthetic and pictorial visual presence, underlining immense possibilities in productions dealing with architecture, theater, cinema and television, as well any possible visual performance condition.

Subjects covered:

• Imaging equipment for digital cinematography
• Visual narrative techniques
• Lighting approaches to different narrative(s) possibilities
• Visual interpretation of various lighting conditions
• Lighting measurements in correlation to selected focal lengths

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.

Evaluation:  Students are assigned to submit five (5) distance activities during the academic year. The average grade of the five (5) activities, weighted at 70%, is taken into consideration for the calculation of the final grade. The grade of the distance activities is activated only with a score equal to or above the pass level (≥5) in the second phase (laboratory examination).

The grade of the laboratory examination shall be weighted at 30 % for the calculation of the final grade.

Students have the right to participate in the laboratory examination if (a) at least 50% of the potentially excellent grade has been obtained when adding the total of the five (5) distance activities and (b) at least four (4) of the five (5) distance activities have been submitted.

Teaching Method: Distance teaching through three four-hour sessions, plus face-to-face during a three-day/eight-hour intensive workshop in a special-studio environment with an emphasis in cinema-lighting.

SFP61: ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING DESIGN AND SIMULATION APPLICATIONS (Specialization I)

Module code: SFP61

ECTS Credit Points: 20

Module Type:  Compulsory/ Specialization I

Year: 2^nd

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Module general description:  This C.M. includes:

• Designing for natural lighting-shading
• Lighting design theories
• Effect of lighting on humans
• Interior lighting design
• Exterior/building facade lighting design
• General lighting plan
• Ways of presenting a lighting design
• 3D design and photorealism
• Lighting simulation

The purpose of this Course Module is to provide students with the skills they need to design the lighting in any interior or exterior space, taking into account the spatial characteristics of this space and the needs of the project. Special mention is made of the methods of representation and presentation of lighting and the way of communicating a study.

Students learn to work in an interdisciplinary environment using a range of software for lighting analysis acquiring all the skills required in a lighting study. With the introduction of two group written assignments and the interdisciplinary background of the students, interdisciplinarity in dealing with a lighting study is ensured, while at the same time the necessary climate of communication between the different specialties is formed.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of SFP61, students will be able to:

• Design environmental lighting to achieve the desired character,
• Analyze the layers of lighting of a room,
• Communicate their lighting design ideas,
• Analyze the influence of light on human physiology and psychology,
• Describe how lighting affects human health,
• Create a three-dimensional model and apply digital light sources,
• Categorize light sources according to their qualitative properties,
• Calculate the colors that will occur from the blending of colored lights,
• Understand the differences between the various digital sources of Light,
• Use shadows as part of their lighting design,
• Apply digital materials and textures to 3D models.

Subjects covered:

• Architectural lighting design
• Lighting and color synthesis
• Human factors in lighting
• Architectural analysis and design through digital representation – lighting simulation

Prerequisites: SFP50 & SFP51

Evaluation: Students are assigned to submit four (4) written assignments during the academic year. The average grade of the four (4) written assignments, weighted at 30%, is taken into consideration for the calculation of the final grade. The grade of written assignments is activated only with a score equal to or above the pass level (≥5) in the final or resit exams.

The grade of the final or the resit exams shall be weighted at 70 % for the calculation of the final grade.

Students have the right to participate in the final/resit exams if (a) at least 50% of the potentially excellent grade has been obtained when adding the total of the four (4) assignments and (b) at least three (3) of the four (4) written assignments have been submitted.

SPF2 ETHE (lab) Direction of photography in cinematography: advanced techniques in various lighting setups (Specialization II)

Module code:  SFP2 ETHE (lab)

ECTS Credit Points: 20

Module Type:  Compulsory/ Specialization II

Year: 2^nd

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Learning Outcomes:

Throughout the course one can gain knowledge into a truly creative research methodology with theoretical, aesthetic, technical and visual parameters as the experience and knowledge gained contributed to visual storytelling. Cinematography is a specialization which is developed through composition, movement of the camera and visual creative choices that contribute to the narrative. All advancement in digital technology is truly phenomenal. All streaming platforms require audiovisual content while the entertaining industry involves a number of artistic expressions (concerts, theatrical performances festivals, cinema, television and video art, through lighting, live or digitized image all of which aim at a complete art project. The knowledge gained from all these applications in the program will open all kinds of creative approaches for the students. More precisely this knowledge can be applied to architecture, theater, cinema and television.

After completing the course students will be able to:

• Create an audiovisual narration through lighting through color temperature as a means for visual communication
• Use and control of reflective and ambient light
• Create a number of lighting conditions of directed light
• To recognize the pairs of lighting/composition and angles of shooting in static as well as moving situations

Subjects covered:

• Lighting applications and visual cinematic narrative
• Use of color temperature in various lighting sources
• Diffused and reflected light conditions and lighting control techniques
• Directional lighting conditions
• Correlation between lighting conditions/framing-composition, camera-angles, static and moving lighting

Prerequisites: Either simultaneous attendance of the SFP1 ETHE or successful completion of the SFP1 ETHE.

Evaluation: Students are assigned to submit five (5) distance activities during the academic year. The average grade of the five (5) activities, weighted at 70%, is taken into consideration for the calculation of the final grade. The grade of the distance activities is activated only with a score equal to or above the pass level (≥5) in the second phase (laboratory examination).

The grade of the laboratory examination shall be weighted at 30 % for the calculation of the final grade.

Students have the right to participate in the laboratory examination if (a) at least 50% of the potentially excellent grade has been obtained when adding the total of the five (5) distance activities and (b) at least four (4) of the five (5) distance activities have been submitted.

Teaching Method: Distance teaching through three four-hour sessions, plus face-to-face during a three-day/eight-hour intensive workshop in a special-studio environment with an emphasis in cinema-lighting.

SFPDE Master’s Thesis

Module code: SFPDE

ECTS Credit Points: 40

Module Type: Compulsory

Year: 2^nd

Language: Greek

Module Outline

Module general description: The Master’s Thesis is meant to combine and utilize the knowledge students have acquired over the course of their studies.

Students may propose a topic of their choosing for their Master’s Thesis, taking into account a special list of topics (with detailed descriptions) drafted by the C.M. Coordinators. This list is drafted based on the wider subject matter of the postgraduate studies program, as well as those of the six individual C.M. Students must prepare the final topic and description of the Master’s Thesis in collaboration with the counselor.

Indicative topics for research:

• Visual communication
• Basic Principles of Visual Education and Meaning
• Historical Overview of Light in the Arts and in Architecture
• The Psychology of Visual Perception
• Light and Physiology of Visual Perception
• Principles of Photometry and Chromatometry
• Photometric Quantities, Measurements, and Lighting Assessment
• Color Blending and the Color Rendering of Light Sources
• Design and the Geometric Properties of Natural Lighting
• Lighting Techniques, Applications, and the Preparation of comprehensive lighting reports
• Rational Lighting Rules and the Use of Regulations and Standards
• Costs and Benefits of Lighting Project Energy Optimization
• Improvement of optical comfort
• Artificial Light and Lighting Control Technology
• Digital Cinema Equipment
• Visual Narration
• Lighting Approaches from Different Narrative Perspectives
• Visual Interpretation of Different Lighting Conditions
• Light Measurements and Values vis a vis Conditions of Selected Focal Lengths
• Architectural Lighting Design
• Lighting and Color Synthesis
• Effects of lighting on humans
• Architectural Analysis and Synthesis with Digital Means – Lighting Simulation
• Lighting Applications & the Creation of Cinematic Visual Narratives
• Use of Color Temperature of Various Types of Lighting Sources
• Forms of Diffused and Reflected Lighting, with the Corresponding Control Accessories
• Directional Lighting Conditions
• Static- and Moving-Image Lighting/Compositions and Frame/Camera Angle Correspondences

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of SFPDE, students will be able to:

• Carry out original research on a wide variety of topics of lighting design,
• Research, compile, verify, and critically assess information, and effectively organize and present it
• Adhere to the principles and rules and standards of lighting design
• Effectively and creatively utilize internet/digital tools/media to draft/edit/distribute their texts
• Critically and responsibly utilize both primary and secondary sources

General Regulation for Preparing Graduate Dissertations in PC with an annual Module Correspondence

For more information regarding the Specifications – Useful Material for writing Master’s Theses and uploading a Thesis at the H.O.U. Repository, you can go to the Digital Training Area http://study.eap.gr and especially to the Program of Studies section.

Prerequisites: The presentation of the Master’s Thesis takes place after the successful completion of the program’s Course Modules.