ISO in Tactical and Sustainable Lighting Course
Online 300 h course in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting. 6 modules covering EN 12464-1 (lighting of indoor workplaces), EN 13201-2 (road lighting: requirements) and DIALux evo. Personal tutor assigned and enrolment open.
ISO in Tactical and Sustainable Lighting Course — studying from South Africa
South Africa has a established defence industry centred on companies such as Denel and Paramount Group, with capabilities in land systems, armoured vehicles and munitions. The sector supports engineering roles in systems integration, vehicle design and test and evaluation. Defence procurement and export controls are overseen by government bodies, and the industry works closely with the South African National Defence Force. Engineers in this field typically combine mechanical, electrical and systems skills.
Fees for South Africa: R 14 900 (South African rand), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in South Africa
Typical roles
Questions from South Africa
Which South African bodies regulate or recognise defence and military engineering professionals?
Engineers in South Africa are registered through ECSA under the Engineering Profession Act, and defence programmes are guided by institutions such as the South African National Defence Force and Armscor, which set their own requirements. SEIUM is a private online institute, and its qualifications are not state degrees or accredited by a national body. Recognition is decided by these bodies and your employer, so confirm with them first.
Would this qualification help me find work in South Africa's defence or land systems sector?
South Africa has a defence industry with state-linked entities and private contractors, and employers usually require security clearances, relevant experience and recognised qualifications. A private online programme may support your application but does not guarantee employment or clearance. Check requirements with prospective employers, as roles in this sector can be sensitive and tightly controlled.
Can I study alongside a job, and are there funding options?
The course is 100% online and taught in English, so you need strong English, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Master's programmes are 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours, each with an assigned technical tutor. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible, so ask whether your employer would fund part of the training.
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What you will be able to do
Explain the fundamentals of photometry and visual perception.
Compare light source and luminaire technologies.
Design lighting installations in compliance with European standards.
Calculate the energy efficiency of a lighting installation.
Apply sustainability criteria and light pollution control.
Interpret photometric and safety tests on luminaires.
Prepare a justified lighting project.
Who it's for
- Lighting engineer looking to specialise in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting.
- Lighting designer looking to specialise in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting.
- Photometric testing technician looking to specialise in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting.
- Energy efficiency consultant in lighting looking to specialise in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting.
- Luminaire certification manager looking to specialise in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting.
- Public lighting manager looking to specialise in ISO in tactical and sustainable lighting.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter luminaire manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- EN 12464-1 (lighting of indoor workplaces)
- EN 13201-2 (road lighting: requirements)
- IEC 60598-1 (luminaires: general requirements)
- EN 1838 (emergency lighting)
- IEC 62471 (photobiological safety)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/2020 (ecodesign of light sources)
- EN 13032-1 (measurement of photometric data)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Photometric quantities and their units1.2Luminous flux, intensity, illuminance and luminance1.3Luminous intensity distribution curves1.4Colour temperature and colour rendering1.5Luminous efficacy and system efficiency1.6Human vision, adaptation and glare1.7Scotopic vision and dark adaptation1.8Sector vocabulary and acronyms1.9Reference lighting standards1.10Exercise: interpreting a luminaire datasheet
2.1Light-emitting diodes and their basic physics2.2Thermal management of the module2.3Power supply, dimming and control2.4Optics, reflectors and lenses2.5Ingress protection ratings and mechanical robustness2.6Service life, lumen depreciation and reliability2.7Portable and battery-powered luminaires2.8Emergency lighting and signage2.9Low-intensity light and spectral filtering2.10Practice: selecting luminaires for a scenario
3.1Requirements by task and space type3.2Illuminance levels and uniformity3.3Glare control3.4Lumen method calculation3.5Point-by-point calculation and design software3.6Outdoor and road lighting3.7Lighting for deployable installations3.8Emergency lighting and escape routes3.9Verification with field measurements3.10Practice: lighting design project for a room
4.1Energy efficiency indicators for lighting4.2Control systems: presence, scheduling and dimming4.3Use of daylight4.4Light pollution and its regulation4.5Upward light ratio and limitation4.6Effects on wildlife and the night sky4.7Life cycle analysis of the luminaire4.8Circular economy and waste management4.9Savings calculation and payback period4.10Practice: energy audit of an installation
5.1Luminaire safety standards5.2Performance and photometric measurement standards5.3Testing in goniophotometer and integrating sphere5.4Measurement of lumen maintenance5.5Electromagnetic compatibility and flicker5.6Marking and declaration of performance5.7Energy efficiency regulation for lighting5.8Green public procurement requirements5.9Verification of installed versus designed lighting5.10Practice: technical specification for luminaire purchase
6.1Choice of scenario and requirements6.2Selection of technology and luminaires6.3Complete lighting calculation6.4Design of control and dimming6.5Efficiency and light pollution analysis6.6Life cycle analysis6.7Technical specification and purchasing criteria6.8Verification and maintenance plan6.9Technical report6.10Project defence
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the programme schedule, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is DIALux evo, Relux, AGi32, Photopia, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real photometric laboratory procedures with goniophotometer, on-site illuminance measurements and energy efficiency audits of lighting installations. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the fundamentals of photometry and visual perception.
Compare light source and luminaire technologies.
Design lighting installations in compliance with European standards.
Calculate the energy efficiency of a lighting installation.
Apply sustainability criteria and light pollution control.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient command of Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme is 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with DIALux evo, Relux, AGi32, Photopia. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher programme. Please check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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