NG2S855 - Lighting Control and Network Technology 01 Jul 2017 - 31 Aug 2024 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG2S855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Lighting Control and Network Technology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Electronics | ||
| Module Leader: | Jack Elderfield | ||
| Module Team: | Rob Locke, Philip Hughes, Ian Williams | ||
| First Intended Intake: | JUL 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100163 - electrical and electronic engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2017 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2024 |
Module Aims
To gain a thorough understanding of networks, datalinks and control systems used in the lighting and /or live event industry.
Provide a thorough understanding of control devices and systems. You will be introduced to a range of technologies, systems and practices used to automate the control of various elements for a live performance or in the built environment.
Opportunities will be provided to develop programming skills and apply them at an appropriate level.
Consideration will be given to the differing benefits of the range of technologies available and the challenge of appropriately matching them to the requirements of a given brief.
Content Summary
Purpose of networks and communication links
Quality and quantity of information
Reliability and suitability of networks and associated equipment
Ethernet- based networks
Optical fibre based networks
Bandwidth limitations
Industry uses and applications
Safety issues
Remote access (VNC / RDP etc.)
Principles of ethernet layers
Transporting signals as IP traffic
Single direction, half duplex and full duplex systems for control, the requirement for feedback for effective control.
Understanding WAN connectivity: Copper / Fibre, WiFi, mobile data and bonded connections
Specific networks for particular areas of the industry.
The relationship between technologies and needs through case studies and laboratory projects.
Control communication protocols and technologies.
Control equipment considering installation identifying the benefits and shortfalls of each type.
Temporary and permanent installations.
History and development of control interfaces.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 16 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 32 |
| Independent Study | 72 |
| Directed Study | 80 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Understanding the theoretical and practical issues of network design and maintenance, in the context of existing and emerging network technologies and standards. |
| LO2 | Evaluate and justify the selection of lighting, sound or media control hardware and software to meet given design requirements |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 2 | Written assignment exploring lighting control and networking technology | 0 | 2500 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 1 | Project demonstrating student knowledge of lighting control and networking technology | 0 | 2500 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Project 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |