Level One: Lighting Trained
Fundamentals of Lighting and Controls
Free with NEMRA Lighting Membership, Level One course is the perfect starting point for lighting newcomers or those refining their expertise. This essential foundation builds a clear understanding of core lighting concepts, control strategies, industry terminology, and how lighting systems work together. Each module is designed to strengthen your confidence in communicating with distributors, contractors, and specifiers, ensuring you can participate in professional discussions. Because later stages of the curriculum build on this knowledge, completing Level One gives you the vocabulary and insight to approach more advanced topics with curiosity, competence, and a deeper appreciation for lighting.
What You'll Learn (8.5 hours | 5.5 CEUs)
- Module 1: Introduction to Lighting (7 videos)
- Module 2: White Light and Color Appearance
- Module 3: Visualizing Light (3 videos)
- Module 4: The Life of an IES File: Predicting Lighting Through Photometry (Coming September 2025)
- Module 5: Lighting Calculations Explained
- Module 6: A Second Language of Light
How to Engage:
This Level features a 7-part Introduction to Lighting, and additional courses to expand your understanding. Step 1 is designed to be anchored by the completion of Introduction to Lighting and upon completion the other modules will unlock. All modules must be completed (minimum time watched in each video) to unlock the certificate of completion. Please note that the seven parts to "Introduction to Lighting" are not eligible for CEUs as introductory material. Click below to get started!
