Course Overview:
Fundamentals of Lighting (FOL) is back for 2025!
This 2.5-day in-person course is your gateway to understanding the core principles of lighting design and application. Learn about lamp and luminaire types, lighting calculations, controls, and practical techniques to balance form and function.
Perfect for architects, engineers, designers, contractors, sales reps, manufacturers, distributors, customer service professionals, and students — anyone looking to build a strong foundation in lighting.
CEUs: 25 CEUs, 25 LU-HSW approved based on course completion (does not qualify for NCQLP CEUs).
Participating Sections: Edmonton
📅 Dates
September 17–19, 2025
Registration Deadline: Monday, September 8, 2025
⏰ Time
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM MST
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM MST
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST
🧠 Format
10 modules total
Each module presented by a guest professional from the local community (1.5 hours each)
10–15 minute breaks between modules
30-minute lunch break (lunch provided on Wednesday & Thursday)
📍 Location
In-Person – AMII Building, 10065 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1S5
Light snacks and refreshments will be available all three days.
Lunch is included on Wednesday and Thursday only.
If you have specific dietary restrictions, please inform the organizers (contact info below).
📚 CEUs
20 CEUs
20 LU-HSW (course must be completed for credit)
Note: Does not qualify for NCQLP CEUs
💵 Pricing
$499 CAD – Non-Members*
$379 CAD – IES Members (Enter member number as a promo code)
$229 CAD – Emerging Professionals** (Enter member number as a promo code)
$119 CAD – Students***
* 10% discount available for Sustaining Member organizations. Use your organization's member number as a promo code.
** Emerging Professionals who complete the course will receive access to a special promotion (details shared at course completion).
*** Must be currently enrolled in college, university, or trade school. Valid student ID required.→ Please email your student ID to info@iesedmonton.org to receive a promo code.
❓ Questions?
Contact:📧 Mateo Berrio – mateo@dmnconsulting.ca📧 Tanya Steeves – Tanya.Steeves@wsp.com
📖 Module Schedule
Wednesday, September 17
Module 1 – Introduction to Light and Lighting Instructor: Tanya Steeves - Overview of lighting history, vision, color, and light’s impact on health.
Module 2 – Electric Light SourcesInstructor: Chris Macmillan - Legacy sources including incandescent, fluorescent, HID, and LED.
Module 3 – DaylightingInstructor: Josh Bornia - Characteristics of daylight, delivery methods, and integration with electric light.
Module 4 – LuminairesInstructor: Adam Behiels - Luminaire types, optics, mounting styles, and indoor vs. outdoor applications.
Thursday, September 18
Module 5 – Lighting ControlsInstructor: Mateo Berrio - Control systems, dimming, occupancy & light sensors, and networked systems.
Module 6 – PhotometryInstructor: Ben Rajewski - Lab methods, point/lumen calculations, modeling, and field measurements.
Module 7 – Codes, Standards & PracticeInstructor: Mathio Le - Covers electrical, energy, and lighting codes, along with economic impacts.
Module 8 – Lighting for Interior EnvironmentsInstructor: Trina Larsen - Fundamentals of interior lighting design, visual comfort, wellness, and aesthetics.
Friday, September 19
Module 9 – Lighting for Exterior EnvironmentsInstructor: Vlado Cicovski - Outdoor lighting for parks, roads, parking, and facades with a focus on sustainability.
Module 10 – Review & Wrap-UpInstructor: TBD - Summary of key concepts: vision, perception, daylight, electric light, controls, and sustainability.