Education is the key to staying ahead in an industry that’s constantly evolving. Long-time ALA educator and professor of design Joe Rey-Barreau, AIA, IESNA, sits down with Liz and Raelle to discuss why he believes education leads to increased sales. Plus, he walks them through what’s new in ALA’s updated Residential Lighting Training Manual, launching February 2024, and the unexpected benefits of ALA’s virtual Lighting Specialist training courses.
 
Show notes
 
Pre-order the new Residential Lighting Training Manual here.
 
Register for the March 2024 Residential Lighting Training Course here.
 
Joseph A. Rey-Barreau, AIA, IESNA, is an architect and lighting designer with over thirty years of experience as a design professional. He is also an Associate Professor with tenure in the College of Design at the University of Kentucky where he has won numerous teaching awards. Since 1995, Joes has served as an educational consultant and instructor for ALA and has developed hundreds of lighting education courses and online webinars for both the lighting industry and allied professionals, such as architects, engineers, and interior designers. He is also the founder and Education Director of LED University, which offers online seminars focused on current and developing LED design trends and technology updates. Joe’s dedication to educating lighting professionals and ALA members has had a profound impact on both the industry and the association.
 
Take your education to the next level at the 2024 ALA Conference, Sept. 22-24.
 
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Hosts Raelle Bell & Liz Ware
 Produced by Association Briefings
 
Residential Lighting Training Manual Table of Contents
 
User’s Guide
 
Module 1: Introduction to Lighting 
1. Talking About Light 
2. How We See
3. Color
 
Module 2: Light Sources 
4. Introduction to Light Sources 
5. Incandescent and Halogen Sources
6. Linear Fluorescent Sources
7. Compact Fluorescent & Other Sources
8. Light Emitting Diodes
9. Directional Sources
 
Module 3: Decorative Lighting Fixtures 
10. Introduction to Decorative Fixtures 
11. Chandeliers and Pendants
12. Wall and Ceiling Fixtures
13. Portable Lamps
14. Ceiling Fans
15. Decorative Materials
 
Module 4: Electricity and Lighting Controls 
16. Basics of Electricity 
17. Dimmers
18. Lighting Control Systems
 
Module 5: Architectural Lighting Fixtures 
19. Introduction to Architectural Fixtures 
20. Recessed Downlighting
21. Track Lighting
22. Specialty Accent Lighting
23. Utility Fixtures
24. Landscape Lighting
 
Module 6: Fundamentals of Lighting Design 
25. Introduction to Lighting Design 
26. Lighting Composition
27. Coordinating Styles
28. Lighting Regulations
29. Energy-Wise Lighting
30. Construction Drawings
 
Module 7: Lighting Recommendations 
31. Introduction to Specific Recommendations 
32. Social Spaces
33. Working Spaces
34. Family Spaces
35. Outdoor Spaces
 
Glossary