Electrical Systems and Illumination Engineering Design

The course provides knowledge, understanding and skills in designing electrical wiring system for residential, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities through the specifications and standards mandated by the Philippine Electrical Code and provisions from the Local Government on electrical wiring installation. The course includes illumination design and cost estimation; energy-efficient lighting systems for residential, commercial, and industrial establishments; roadway lighting, and lighting maintenance.

1. Interpretation of the provisions of the Philippine Electrical Code and other electrical codes

2. Design of the electrical systems of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings

a. Lighting layout

b. Power layout

c. Electrical loads, ratings of branch circuit wiring, and specifications of protective devices

3. Basics of cost estimation

4. Lighting design principles, including lighting calculations

5. Energy-efficient lighting systems for residential, commercial, and industrial establishments

6. Roadway lighting

7. Lighting maintenance principles