Lighting Control Basics (101)

COURSE INFO

September 10, 2026

10:00 am – 11:00 am

1 CEU (Self-Reported)

Cannery Hall, Nashville

Speaker: Brad Montgomery, Designlight

COURSE OVERVIEW

This introductory course provides a foundational overview of lighting control systems and technologies. Designed for beginners, it covers essential terminology, the fundamentals of dimming technologies, and the various types of lighting control systems used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Participants will gain a basic understanding of how lighting controls improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and overall system performance, providing a solid foundation for more advanced learning.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define common lighting control terminology and industry concepts.
2. Explain the purpose and benefits of lighting control systems.
3. Identify the most common dimming technologies and describe how they operate.
4. Differentiate between the primary types of lighting control systems and their typical applications.
5. Recognize basic lighting control devices, including switches, dimmers, sensors, and timers.
6. Understand how lighting controls contribute to energy savings, occupant comfort, and code compliance.
7. Apply foundational knowledge to identify appropriate lighting control solutions for basic residential and commercial applications.