This course explores the importance of using natural light in the built environment. This course will provide an overview of the benefits of natural light along with impacts experienced by building occupants and owners. Automated shading is introduced as a daylight management solution to maximize natural light, preserve views, prevent glare, minimize solar heat gain, and reduce energy use.

Learning Objectives

1. Be able to recognize the benefits of natural light exposure and access to views while indoors.

2. Be able to identify the impact of daylight and view preservation on building occupants and owners.

3. Understand the benefits of daylight management and its role in healthy occupant-focused buildings.

4. Correlate automated shading with daylight management and better indoor environments.

Course Information

Length : 1 HR

Credits: 1 HSW

Course Number: 4011917605199

Course Delivery: Live/ OnDemand

Course Level: Intermediate

If you would like to have this SARA Certified Course presented to your office please contact your local Somfy representative or email us at CEUS@saranational.org

Contact Information:

Somfy

Jackie Beck

Architectural Resource Manager

jackie.beck@somfy.com