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.

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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