Events / Shows
Following are shows, conferences, seminars, etc. which may be of interest to
people in the lighting industry. For more information, please contact the person
or organization at the telephone number listed.
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AUGUST 2010
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August 3 - August 5 :
Cleveland – Fundamentals of Commercial and Industrial Lighting Applications conference. Designed for newcomers to the lighting industry, this session contains lectures and full-scale demonstrations at the Lighting & Electrical Institute of GE Lighting. Topics include: terminology; measurements and color; an overview of major light sources and systems; economics; and application modules for retail, office, industrial, and outdoor lighting. Fee: $550. 1.5 CEU. For more information, visit www.gelighting.com/na
August 10 - August 11 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – LED Exterior Lighting Design Solutions workshop. Community-responsive design plus the basics of area, roadway, and floodlighting are examined as well as current lamp technologies during this session at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE. Participants evaluate the operating characteristics of fixtures and discuss light pollution and trespass, applicable legislation, and energy concerns as well as review exterior lighting calculations. Registration: $350. CEUs available. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
August 17 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – LED and Controls Basics course. Participants gain a working understanding of LEDs, drivers, and methods for integrating them into design. Sponsored by Cooper Lighting, the course focuses on photometry as well as control of color and architectural white light LEDs. Also covered are typical real world applications of LEDs in residential and commercial environments. There is no charge. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
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SEPTEMBER 2010
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September 8 - September 10 :
Somerset, N.J. – NCQLP Exam Review. This three-day workshop is designed to help participants prepare for the LC exam in November. Held at the Philips’ Lighting Application Center, the course focuses on study and exam-taking strategies, analysis, and practice of typical questions and key topics in the design process as well as a review of technology, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis. At the end of the sessions, students should be able to identify strengths and weaknesses covered in the exam. Participants are expected to secure the recommended texts for the exam and begin the study process. Fee: $525. For more information, contact Yolanda Adornato at (732) 563-3273, or visit www.usa.philips.com and click on “lighting” and then “professional lighting.”
September 9 - September 10 :
Toronto – LED Lighting Application workshop. Held at the LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute of Osram SYLVANIA, this session covers fundamentals, light and color metrics, application of LEDs in commercial and residential projects and designing with LEDs. Fee: $300. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
September 13 - September 14 :
Detroit – Trends in LED Lighting seminar. The Kirlin Company’s “Don’t Be MisLED” session is for lighting specifiers, architects, interior designers, electrical engineers, and facility planners. Held at the Reflection Point showroom, it focuses on construction, characteristics, advantages, applications, and limitations as well as how to choose an LED fixture. The event qualifies for LEUs/CEUs. For more information, e-mail Toni Hentschel at thentschel@kirlinlighting.com, or call (313) 259-6400.
September 13 - September 14 :
Miami Beach – HD Boutique. Held at the Miami Beach Convention Center, this show offers a conference and exhibition of contract products from nearly 600 large companies and artisans in an intimate setting. For more information on surrounding events and seminar registration, visit www.hdboutique.com
September 13 - September 15 :
Somerset, N.J. – NCQLP Exam Review. This three-day workshop is designed to help participants prepare for the LC exam in November. Held at the Philips’ Lighting Application Center, the course focuses on study and exam-taking strategies, analysis, and practice of typical questions and key topics in the design process, as well as a review of technology, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis. At the end of the sessions, students should be able to identify strengths and weaknesses covered in the exam. Participants are expected to secure the recommended texts for the exam and begin the study process. Fee: $525. For more information, call Yolanda Adornato at (732) 563-3273, or visit www.usa.philips.com and click on “lighting” and then “professional lighting.”
September 15 - September 17 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics seminar. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, the three-day workshop focuses on lamps and ballasts, terminology, photometry, optical control, and luminaires. Attendees apply acquired skills during the sessions. Fee: $500. CEUs available. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
September 20 - September 22 :
Toronto – Lighting Essentials workshop. Held at Osram SYLVANIA’s LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute, this basics course covers fundamentals of light, vision and color, lamp and ballast technologies, system operating characteristics, and basic applications. Fee$350. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
September 22 - September 24 :
Somerset, N.J. – Lighting Fundamentals workshop. Taking place at Philips’ Lighting Application Center, this session provides a hands-on approach to the practical understanding of halogen, fluorescent, HID, and LED principles and technology using full-scale demonstrations. Attendees apply the basics of light and color to issues of human perception and psychology, review basic terminology and learn how to communicate those concepts. Participants receive certificates for 16 professional development hours. Fee: $525. For more information, contact Yolanda Adornato at (732) 563-3273, or visit www.usa.philips.com and click on “lighting” and then “professional lighting.”
September 22 - September 25 :
Toronto – IIDEX/NEOCON Canada. A new floor plan is enlivening this show, held at the Direct Energy Centre. Running concurrently are Light Canada – in partnership with the Illuminating Engineering Society, Toronto Section – and the Green Building Festival. Light Canada provides 100+ exhibitors offering LED and sustainable lighting designs as well as new materials and advances in design. Approximately 10 accredited seminars are planned, organized by IES Toronto. For more information, visit www.iidexneocon.com
September 22 - September 23 :
Philadelphia – Lights of Philadelphia™ 2010: A Lighting Odyssey. Sponsored by the Philadelphia Section of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and the Electrical Association of Philadelphia (EAP), this event includes 20+ educational seminars for CEU, LEU, and AIA credits plus a trade show of more than 100 manufacturers. Three workshops are planned: Lighting Basics; Intermediate Lighting; and Advanced – Light loss factors of all lamps including LEDs. For more information, or to register, visit www.lightsofphiladelphial.org
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OCTOBER 2010
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October 4 - October 6 :
Danvers, Mass – Lighting Essentials workshop. Held at Osram SYLVANIA’s LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute, this basics course covers fundamentals of light, vision and color, lamp and ballast technologies, system operating characteristics, and basic applications. This includes a tour of the HID lamp manufacturing facility in Manchester, New Hampshire. Fee: $350. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
October 4 - October 5 :
Detroit – Trends in Healthcare Lighting seminar. The Kirlin Company hosts experts covering the latest research in lighting for the aged and partially sighted, illumination requirements for various tasks in healthcare facilities, LED applications including MRI suites, and light levels for specialty areas in the hospital. The session qualifies for LEU/CEUs. For more information, e-mail Toni Hentschel at thentschel@kirlinlighting.com, or call (313) 259-6400.
October 4 - October 5 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Healthcare Lighting Solutions workshop. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this interactive session addresses specific needs of patients, guests, and employees. Discussions include lighting research, circadian benefits, equipment selection, and efficiency. Registration: $350. CEUs available. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
October 6 - October 7 :
Cleveland – Lighting for Healthcare Facilities conference. Held at the Lighting & Electrical Institute of GE Lighting, this is designed for facility managers, designers, and maintenance supervisors with a focus on reducing energy costs. Topics include: design strategies for patient rooms, nurses’ stations, operating rooms, medical diagnostics areas, offices, and public areas; outdoor lighting techniques; controls; disposal laws and regulations. Lighting for the aging eye with guidelines for assisted living and skilled nursing facilities is covered. Fee: $400. 1.0 CEU. For more information, visit www.gelighting.com/na
October 7 - October 9 :
Denver – Enlighten Americas 2010. The annual conference of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) offers seminars and workshops for specifiers, architects, designers, manufacturers, educators, and representatives. This year the focus is on how to meet the needs of clients while providing sustainable and efficient solutions. The activities are held at the Westin Westminster Hotel. For more information, visit www.iald.org
October 13 - October 14 :
Cleveland – LED and Energy Efficient Lighting Trends for Retail conference. Held at the Lighting & Electrical Institute of GE Lighting, this two-day, hands-on LED session covers retail applications that are best suited for LED lighting and how to determine a quality system. Fee: $400. 1.0 CEU. For more information, visit www.gelighting.com/na
October 13 - October 15 :
Danvers, Mass. – Lighting Design and Application course. This intermediate session, held at Osram SYLVANIA’s LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute, covers lamp technology and application, luminaires and optics, calculation methods with a software demonstration, controls, regulatory issues, and developing specifications. Fee: $400. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
October 21 - October 22 :
Houston – Energy Solutions for Commercial and Industrial Lighting Design workshop. This two-day class, sponsored by Cooper Lighting, details design techniques for industrial, commercial, manufacturing, and warehouse spaces. Topics include minimizing the environmental impact of buildings and reducing energy use as well as requirements and exceptions in LEED, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, and EPACT. Fee: $340. CEUs available. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
October 27 - October 29 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – LED and Energy-Efficient Retail Lighting Solutions workshop. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this three-day workshop explores design techniques, operating characteristics of lamps and luminaires plus application and control systems. An evening session and class project allow participants to analyze a variety of designs in theory and practice. Registration: $500. CEUs available. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
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NOVEMBER 2010
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November 11 - November 12 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – LED Exterior Lighting Design Solutions workshop. Community-responsive design plus the basics of area, roadway, and floodlighting are examined as well as current lamp technologies. Attendees evaluate the operating characteristics of fixtures and explore issues of light pollution and trespass, applicable legislation, and energy concerns as well as review exterior lighting calculations. The class is held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE. Registration: $350. CEUs available. For more information, visit www.cooperlighting.com/education
November 11 - November 12 :
Danvers, Mass. – LED Lighting Application workshop. Held at the LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute of Osram SYLVANIA, this session covers fundamentals, light and color metrics, application of LEDs in commercial and residential projects and designing with LEDs. Fee: $300. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
November 11 - November 13 :
Chicago – GREENBUILD®. McCormick Place West is the site of the U.S. Green Building Council’s annual event. Registration (before September 7) is $600 for USGBC members and $775 for non-members; after September 7, the fee is $700 and $975, respectively. Tickets for the exhibit hall only are $75. For more information, visit www.greenbuild.org
November 15 - November 17 :
Westfield, Ind. – Lighting Essentials workshop. Held at Osram SYLVANIA’s LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute, this basics course covers fundamentals of light, vision and color, lamp and ballast technologies, system operating characteristics, and basic applications. Fee: $350. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
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DECEMBER 2010
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December 2 - December 3 :
Danvers, Mass. – Going Green workshop. An intermediate level session held at Osram Sylvania’s LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute covers technology basics, “green” lamp and ballast systems, controls and luminaire solutions, design considerations, and a review of pertinent legislation, incentives, and software and well as energy auditing techniques. Familiarity with reading blueprints and photometric reports is helpful and attendees should have a minimum of three years experience, or completed a fundamentals course. The session also includes a group project. Fee: $300. For more information, visit www. sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
December 6 - December 8 :
Danvers, Mass – Lighting Essentials workshop. Held at Osram SYLVANIA’s LIGHTPOINT Learning Institute, this basics course covers fundamentals of light, vision and color, lamp and ballast technologies, system operating characteristics plus applications. This includes a tour of the HID lamp manufacturing facility in Manchester, New Hampshire. Fee: $350. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com/lighting101/LearnLighting
December 7 - December 9 :
Cleveland – Fundamentals of Commercial and Industrial Lighting Applications conference. Designed for newcomers to the lighting industry, this session contains lectures and full-scale demonstrations at the Lighting & Electrical Institute of GE Lighting. Topics include terminology, measurements and color, an overview of major light sources and systems, economics, and application modules for retail, office, industrial, and outdoor lighting. Fee: $550. 1.5 CEU. For more information, visit www.gelighting.com/na
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