July 7 - 8, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering “The Fundamentals of Metal Halide for the Specification Professional.” This two-day class, held at VLI, Streetboro, OH, will cover the history of metal halide, metal halide engineering, light, color and sight, metal halide terminology, ballast engineering, ballast terminology, specification sheets, lighting legislation and EISA 2007. Learn an in-depth understanding of metal halide technology from its inception to the newest trends and technology available. Gain hands-on experience in lamp and ballast design and enjoy a factory tour. No prerequisites required. CEUs up to 12 hours available. Cost: $250. For more information Contact: Amanda Fauft 888.223-6361 or E-mail: VLinstitute@venturelighting.com

July 9, 2009

American Society for Photobiology is offering a “Lighting, Architecture and Human Health Workshop,” to be held 8:30 am-5:00pm at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA. This one-day course will focus on how lighting design may start to incorporate the newly discovered ‘non-visual’ photoreceptor system for health and well-being. It is aimed at the lighting design and architectural community to present the basic concepts and potential applications of non-visual photoreception. Topics include: Introduction to melanopsin and the newly discovered photoreceptor system, review of non-visual effects of light in humans, incorporating non-visual effect of light into lighting design tools, potential applications of non-visual effects in real-world environments, daylighting and schools and use of new LED technology to enhance the non-visual effects of light. Cost: $100. For more information Contact: 785-843-1234, ext. 210, E-mail: lhardwick@allenpress.com or go to www.photobiology.org

July 15 - 17, 2009

Cooper Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Lighting Fundamentals for Distributors and Contractors.” This three-day workshop held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility focuses on the fundamentals of lighting, light, sight and color, lamps and ballasts, cost of light, lighting terminology, photometry, optical control and luminaires, with additional emphasis on lighting products. This class is geared for newcomers to the field of lighting or those interested in a refresher course. Prerequisites: No prior experience in lighting is required. CEU’s Up to 20 hours available. Cost: $500. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

July 23 and September 10, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering an “Online Training Series” as part of their effort to provide educational opportunities to the lighting community. The curriculum is geared to electrical distributors and lighting designers and will be offered once a month for a half hour at 11-11:30 am EST. The second three-part series will take place on October 12, November 9 and December 14 at 8-8:30 am EST. Cost: free. Some classes qualify for CEUs 0.5. For more information Contact: Amanda Foust 888-223-6361, E-mail: amanda_foust@TheVLI.com or go to www.venturelighting.com

July 30 - 31, 2009

Cooper Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Residential Lighting Solutions.” This two-day introduction to residential lighting design held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility explores the lighting designer’s perspective. Learn to apply design techniques that use today’s technologies. Study lamps and their operating characteristics, luminaires in applications along with an introduction to control systems. Focus on the design process, project documentation, review specification sheets, the effect of color and brightness, lamps and ballasts. The class project allows participants to analyze a variety of lighting techniques in both theory and practice. This class is a great preparation for the CLC certification exam. Prerequisites: Lighting fundamentals or a firm understanding of the lighting basics. CEU’s Up to 12 hours available. Cost: $350. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

August 5 - 6, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering, “Retail & Display Metal Halide Systems.” This two-day class, held at VLI, Streetboro, OH, will cover: MR16 technologies in metal halide, track lighting systems, specification review on track metal halide, color and sight, application study on lighting and behavior, and trends in retail lighting. Learn about the newest track lighting technology available in metal halide, the energy benefits and how to design for positive shopping experiences. Review trends in retail lighting and study light source effects on the consumer. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of metal halide or a solid knowledge of lighting design. CEUs up to 10 hours available. Cost: $250. For more information Contact: Amanda Fauft 888-223-6361 or E-mail: VLinstitute@venturelighting.com

August 9 - 12, 2009

GovEnergy, The Premier Energy Training Workshop and Tradeshow for Federal Agencies in its 12th year as the federal government’s premier energy training workshop is offering “Charting a Course to Energy Independence,” to be held at the Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, RI. This course will provide federal employees with cutting-edge training to address the difficult challenges of federal energy management. This workshop is geared to federal facility mangers, federal energy coordinators, federal procurement officials, contracting officers and lawyers, state and local government officials, utility and energy service companies, equipment manufacturers and suppliers and energy management service providers. For more information Contact: www.govenergy.gov

August 11 - 13, 2009

Cooper Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Retail Lighting Solutions.” This three-day workshop held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility will explore light from the designer’s perspective. Learn to apply design techniques that use current technologies. Study lamps and their operating characteristics, luminaires in application, with an introduction to control systems. Focus in on the design process, effects of color and brightness, project documentation, lamps and ballasts, controls, review of interior lighting calculations, criteria for proper equipment selection and lighting legislation. An evening workshop and a class project allow participants to analyze a variety of lighting designs and applications in both theory and practice. Prerequisites: Lighting Fundamentals or a firm understanding of lighting basics. CEU’s Up to 12 hours available, Cost: $500. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

August 18 - 22, 2009

“The International ERCO Summer Lighting Workshop is offering, “Light As The Fourth Dimension of Architecture.” This four-day seminar, held at the ERCO GmbH light factory, Ludenscheid, Germany. Led by experienced architects and lighting designers, students will receive knowledge of lighting design and the perception of light, on light sources and on architectural, accent and ambient lighting. The aim of the workshop include lighting technology, the fundamentals of perception increased competence in lighting and the ability to fine-tune designs following lighting design criteria. Cost: 50 euro (approximately $76). If required some assistance possible from ERCO for board and lodgings. For more information Contact: Marc Hartings, E-mail: lictseminar@erco.com

August 19 - 21, 2009

Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics.” This three-day workshop held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility focuses on the fundamentals of lighting--light, sight and color, lamps and ballasts, cost of light, lighting terminology, photometry, optical control and luminaires. The class is geared to newcomers to the field of lighting or those interested in a refresher course. Prerequisites: No prior experience in lighting is required. CEU’s: Up to 20 hours available. Cost: $500. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

September 1 - 2, 2009

Cooper Lighting is offering, “Industrial Lighting Solutions.” This two-day workshop held at Cooper Industries Technology Center, Houston, TX, will focus on industrial lighting basics for general indoor and outdoor applications with an emphasis on emerging energy-saving technologies. Immerse yourself in Cooper Crouse-Hinds heavy industrial hazardous location fixtures through the latest technology, including induction lamps and LEDs. Learn how these leading-edge products enhance energy savings, safety and productivity. Gain an understanding of lighting legislation as it relates to products for industrial, manufacturing, and warehouse applications. Prerequisites: No prior experience in lighting is required. CEU’s Up to 12 hours available. Cost: Free. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

September 13 - 16, 2009

The IES Street and Area Lighting Conference, held at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA, is the premier forum for industry professionals to openly exchange information on outdoor lighting issues. The conference will focus on the power of lighting in our communities and the value of outdoor lighting partnerships, practices, viewpoints and solutions in lighting the exterior environment. For more information click here. Contact: Valerie Landers, 212 248-5000 ext. 117.

September 17 - 18, 2009

The IES Roadway Lighting Committee will hold its fall meeting at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Philadelphia, PA. The RLC will work on development, design and maintenance standards for roadway lighting, updating standards as technology changes and to encourage participation into research. For more information Contact: Andrew Silbiger 905-881-9978 or E-mail: silbigerto@rogers.com

September 21 - 22, 2009

Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Advanced IRiS Solutions.” This two-day workshop held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility will increase understanding of residential recessed lighting design. A hands-on workshop provides advanced experience in the use of the IRiS Lighting System, Cooper’s high-performance downlighting brand. An ideal class for those involved in design-specifications or the installation of superior interior downlighting systems with a focus on lamp overview, design process, understanding of IRiS specification sheets and installation techniques. Prerequisites: Lighting Fundamentals or a firm understanding of lighting basics. A Cooper Lighting agent recommendation is required. CEU’s: Up to 12 hours available. Cost: $350. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

September 23 - 24, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering, “HID Lighting with Control Systems.” This one-day class, held at VLI, Streetboro, OH, will cover lamp and ballast technology, pulse-start metal halide capabilities, energy design for control systems, application review of metal halide and controls, and future of HID electrics. Learn to design control systems for metal halide applications, meet code requirements and provide energy savings. Gain knowledge on the capabilities of HID electronics and the future of pulse-start under the EISA 2007 guidelines as well as new proposals for dimming. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of metal halide or a solid knowledge of lighting design. CUEs up to 8 hours available. Cost: $150. For more information Contact: Amanda Fauft 888-223-6361 or E-mail: VLinstitute@venturelighting.com

September 24 - 25, 2009

Schreder Lighting USA will host "Technology for Outdoor Lighting," to be held at their lighting facility in Elk Grove Village, IL. This program will include an introduction to the Schréder Group, its worldwide activities and North American initiative, as well as the their range of luminaires, including the latest technology in LED lighting and OWLET wireless telemanagement for innovative exterior lighting. The guest speaker will be Craig A. Bernecker, Ph.D., FIESNA, LC, founder of The Lighting Education Institute, an educational initiative focusing on educating lighting and building professionals. He also directed the lighting education program within the Department of Architectural Engineering at Penn State University and helped it achieve a reputation as one of the premier lighting education programs in the US. Attendance is free, but must be arranged by a local Schreder Lighting agent. For more information Contact: Schreder Lighting 847.621.5100, E-mail: info@schreder.com or go to www.schreder.com

September 27 - October 2, 2009

11th Congress of the International Colour Association (AIC) 2009, the Colour Society of Australia and AIC Colour 2009 will be offering a series of Colour Skills workshops which will provide an overview of current issues in colour science, technology, colour in art and vision. Additionally there will be two symposia on ‘Good’ colour, ‘bad” colours, humanity and the environment and Harmony of Appearance: phenomena and measurement. For more information Contact: +61 2 925500 or go to www.aic2009.org

October 7, 2009

National Grid’s 2009 Energy Efficiency Expo, “The Power of Action.” This one-day Conference, held at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, Convention Center Plaza, Buffalo, NY is offering an opportunity to interface with National Grid’s largest Industrial and Commercial Customers as a sponsor or an exhibitor. For more information Contact: Deborah Sullivan 716-373-7206, Email: Deborah.Sullivan@us.ngrid.com

October 7 - 9, 2009

Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics.” This three-day workshop held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility focuses on the fundamentals of lighting--light, sight and color, lamps and ballasts, cost of light, lighting terminology, photometry, optical control and luminaires. The class is geared to newcomers to the field of lighting or those interested in a refresher course. Prerequisites: No prior experience in lighting is required. CEU’s: Up to 20 hours available. Cost: $500. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

October 8 - 10, 2009

IALD Enlighten Americas 2009 presents “Leading With Light.” This three-day seminar held at the Doubletree Hotel Wine Country, Sonoma County, CA, offers a schedule of international speakers presenting in three concurrent seminar tracks—Design, Business and Current Issues. For more information Contact: www.iald.org

October 12, November 9 and December 14, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering the second part of its “Online Training Series,” as part of their effort to provide educational opportunities to the lighting community. The curriculum is geared to electrical distributors and lighting designers and will be offered once a month for a half hour at 8-8:30 am EST. Cost: free. Some classes qualify for CEUs 0.5. For more information Contact: Amanda Foust 888-223-6361, E-mail: amanda_foust@TheVLI.com or go to www.venturelighting.com

October 15 - 16, 2009

Schreder Lighting USA will host, “Technology for Outdoor Lighting”, as well as cover the range of luminaires, including the latest technology in LED lighting and OWLET wireless telemanagement for innovative exterior lighting. The guest speaker will be Craig A. Bernecker, the founder of The Lighting Education Institute. Cost: Free, but must be arranged by a local Schreder Lighting agent. For more information Contact: Schreder Lighting LLC, 847.621.5100, Fax: 847.621.5121, E-mail: info@schreder.com or go to www.schreder.com

October 20 - 22, 2009

OSRAM OPTO Semiconductors will sponsor LEDs 2009. This three-day conference, held at the San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA, will include sessions covering market trends and developments, chips and components, integrated engineering, optics, thermal management and drivers, luminaire design and commercial applications. LEDs 2009 will also feature three full-day pre-conference intensive summits to be held on Monday October 20, directly preceding the event. Topics are: LED testing and measurement, LCD backlighting and Advanced lighting. For more information Contact: www.ledsconference.com

October 21 - 22, 2009

Cooper Lighting is offering, “Healthcare Lighting Solutions.” This two-day workshop held at its Universal City, CA, facility will address the specific lighting needs of patients, guests and staff. Learn what drives healthcare design choices. There will be discussions of trends in healthcare, equipment selection, IES lighting design guide, lighting and efficiency, ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 and RP29, the psychology of light, visual lighting cues, lighting for the various healthcare applications, lighting research, lighting for circadian benefits, vision, color and lighting for special populations and how this information can be incorporated into the design of a facility. Prerequisites: Lighting Fundamentals or a firm understanding of lighting basics. CEU’s Up to 12 hours available. Cost: $350. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

October 25 - 29, 2009

Manairco, Inc. and the IES Aviation Committee announce the “Annual Aviation Lighting Seminar,” to be held at the Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas, NV. This seminar includes over four full days of technical papers, interactive educational seminars, luncheons and banquet dinner, etc. For more information Contact: David & Dedra Rainey, Navaid Lighting Associates, Inc., 662-869-8655, E-mail: info@iessalc.org or go to www.iesalc.org

Obtober 26 - 27, 2009

Experiencing Light 2009 is the first International Conference on the effects of light on wellbeing. This two-day conference held in Eindhover, The Netherlands will focus on the psychological processes related to perception of and exposure to both natural and electric lighting and the effects of light and light design on human well being. It approaches well being in its broadest sense, including mood, emotions, subjective and objective health, comfort, atmosphere perception, productivity and performance. The goal is to bring together a multidisciplinary group of researchers and designers working in this domain. Key themes are daylight and electric light, intensity of color and color temperature of light, direct vs. indirect lighting, dynamic vs. static lighting and lighting and fixture design. For more information Contact: el2009@tue.nl or go to www.experiencinglight.nl

Obtober 27 - 28, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering “The Great Debate.” This one-day class, held at VLI, Streetboro, OH, reviews pulse-start and fluorescent systems, lighting design session, application study, class debate, lighting legislation, NEC and ASHRAE codes. The class provides a hands-on application design of the competing pulse-start HID and fluorescent systems. Two application studies are created by debate teams and reviewed for client benefits, lighting codes and a best system approach. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of metal halide or a solid knowledge of lighting design in pulse start and fluorescent systems. CEUs up to 8 hours available. Cost: $150. For more information Contact: Amanda Fauft 888.223-6361 or E-mail: VLinstitute@venturelighting.com

October 27 - 30, 2009

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council is offering The Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), Asia’s biggest event to be held at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibit Centre, Wanchai, Hong Kong. Major lighting exhibit categories include commercial, outdoor, green, household , LEDs and much more. The 2008 Fair featured 1,572 exhibitors with 27,899 in attendance. For more information Contact: 852-2824-0026 or go to www.hktdc.com/hklightingfairae

October 28 - 29, 2009

Cooper Lighting is offering, “Energy Solutions for Commercial and Industrial Lighting Design.” This two-day class held at its Universal City, CA, facility will explore lighting design techniques for industrial, commercial, manufacturing and warehouses. Design concerns lean toward methods of minimizing the environmental impact of buildings and reducing energy use. Participants gain an understanding of lighting legislation. The class focuses on the effects of color and brightness, lamps, ballasts and controls, criteria for equipment selection with an overview of computer-aided design tools and requirements and exceptions in LEED, ASHRAE 90.1, IECC and EPAct. Prerequisites: Lighting Fundamentals or a firm understanding of lighting basics. CEU’s Up to 12 hours available. Cost: $350. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

October 31 - November 3, 2009

Healthcare Design 09 Conference, held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, FL is devoted to how the design of responsibly built environments directly impacts the safety, operation, clinical outcomes, and financial success of healthcare facilities now and in the future. HCD 09 is the industry’s best attended and most well respected conference on evidence-based design for healthcare. Geared for all professionals involved in the design, build and operation of healthcare facilities, architects, interior designers, facility managers, researchers, educators and students as well as administrators. Attendees benefit from access to the latest and best educational content in healthcare design delivered from thought leaders and innovators. For more information Contact: The Center for Health Design Jennifer Wilcox 202-277=2407 or E-mail: jcotterwilcox@verizon.net

November 4 - 5, 2009

Cooper Lighting is offering, “Exterior Lighting Design Solutions.” This two-day workshop, held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility will explore landscape lighting design techniques as well as equipment selection. Examine the current technologies of lamps and luminaires, learning to evaluate their operating characteristics. Focus on the community-responsive design process, light pollution and trespass, color and brightness, visual impact, exterior lighting calculations, criteria for proper equipment selection, roadway, parking areas, streetlighting, facades, monuments, flags, sign and landscape lighting with an overview of select computer-aided design tools. Ideal for those involved in design specification or the installation of exterior lighting systems. An evening class allows the participants to analyze a variety of lighting designs. Prerequisites: Lighting Fundamentals or a firm understanding of lighting basics. CEU’s Up to 13 hours available. Cost: $350. Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

November 12 - 13, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering “Nighttime Design & Philosophies.” This two-day class held at VLI, Streetboro, OH, will cover Application study, design philosophies for exterior night design, review of lamp and ballast solutions for exterior site, area, road and parking garage applications, photopic and scotopic design concepts and visual lighting design. Learn the pulse-start solutions for exterior lighting applications to create excellent lighting designs using the newest trends and technologies such as scotopic light sources. This class also offers an onsite tour of a scotopic design site for an illumination study. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Metal Halide or a solid knowledge of lighting. CEUs up to 10 hours. Cost: $250. For more information Contact: Amanda Fauft 888-223-6361 or E-mail: VLinstitute@venturelighting.com

November 15 - 17, 2009

The 2009 IES Annual Conference “Realizing the Future—Research to Application,” will be held at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel, Seattle, WA. Join with friends, colleagues and others interested in learning about high quality lighting in an exciting urban environment. The first full day of the conference will be dedicated to research that is shaping the lighting industry. The second day will translate that research into applications that define current lighting practice through experiential tours and presentations at significant lighting sites throughout the city. Mixed with social events and networking opportunities, the conference will provide multiple opportunities to stimulate new ideas and enhance your professional knowledge. For more information Contact: Valerie Landers, 212 248-5000 ext. 117

December 2 - 4, 2009

Cooper Lighting Source is offering, “Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics.” This three-day workshop held at the Peachtree City, GA, facility focuses on the fundamentals of lighting--light, sight and color, lamps and ballasts, cost of light, lighting terminology, photometry, optical control and luminaires. The class is geared to newcomers to the field of lighting or those interested in a refresher course. Prerequisites: No prior experience in lighting is required. CEU’s: Up to 20 hours available. Cost: $500. For more information Contact: Jere Greiner 770.486.4680 or E-mail: Source@cooperlighting.com or go to www.cooperlighting.com/education

December 8 - 9, 2009

Venture Lighting Institute 2009 is offering “Fundamentals of Metal Halide for Distributors, Contractors and OEMs.” This two-day class held at VLI, Streetboro, OH, will cover: The history of metal halide, metal halide product lines, ballast basics, engineering differences, metal halide terminology, catalog, specification sheets, lighting legislation and EISA 2007. Gain hands-on experience in lamp and ballast design. No prerequisites required. CEUs up to 12 hours available. Cost: $250. For more information Contact: Amanda Fauft 888-223-6361 or E-mail: VLinstitute@venturelighting.com

December 10 - 12, 2009

“Luminous Architecture,” and International Symposium will be held at the Ecole Nationale Superieure D’architecture De Nantes, France. For more information Contact: www.cerma.archi.fr/CERMA/architecturelumineuse

March 11 - 13, 2010

The IES Roadway Lighting Committee will hold its Spring meeting at the Atlanta Airport Marriott, Atlanta, GA. The RLC will work on development, design and maintenance standards for roadway lighting, updating standards as technology changes and to encourage participation into research. For more information Contact: Andrew Silbiger 905-881-9978 or E-mail: silbigerto@rogers.com