Global Certificate Course in Daylighting Technology

• Fundamentals of Daylighting Technology: An introduction to the basics of daylighting systems, principles, and components. This unit covers the importance of daylighting, the physics of daylight, and the benefits of daylighting for occupants and the environment.

• Daylighting Design Strategies: This unit covers the different daylighting design strategies, such as sidelighting, toplighting, and clerestory windows. It also includes information about the different design tools and techniques used to optimize daylighting.

• Daylighting Analysis and Simulation: This unit teaches how to perform daylighting analysis and simulation using various software tools. It covers the principles of daylighting metrics, such as daylight factor, illuminance, and luminance, and how to interpret the results.

• Solar Geometry and Daylighting Fundamentals: This unit covers the principles of solar geometry and how it relates to daylighting. It includes information about the sun's path, solar angles, and solar radiation.

• Building Envelope and Daylighting: This unit covers the integration of building envelope and daylighting design. It includes information about glazing materials, shading devices, and daylighting control systems.

• Daylighting in Architectural History: This unit covers the history and evolution of daylighting in architecture. It includes information about the different architectural styles, movements, and technologies used to optimize daylighting throughout history.

• Daylighting Standards and Codes: This unit covers the different daylighting standards and codes, such as LEED, WELL, and ASHRAE. It includes information about the requirements and compliance pathways for each standard.

• Daylighting Case Studies and Best Practices: This unit covers the best practices and lessons learned from real-world daylighting projects. It includes information