Course Content
By the end of this course, participants will be able to integrate daylighting strategies with electric lighting systems to create energy efficient and visually comfortable environments. They will understand how to apply sensors and control systems to reduce lighting energy demand in both residential and commercial projects. Participants will be able to evaluate and model lighting scenarios to support compliance with NCC Performance Requirements. They will gain the ability to document lighting strategies clearly for approval pathways, including Performance Solutions. They will also be equipped to design layered lighting schemes that manage glare, improve visual comfort, and support overall building amenity outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
This ensures that CPD efforts align with professional regulatory requirements.
This CPD provides general guidance on professional responsibilities and documentation practices. It does not constitute legal advice or replace project-specific contractual or statutory obligations.
Compliance and Accreditation
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Framework/Body |
Relevant Sections |
Focus Areas |
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National Construction Code (NCC 2022) |
Section J – Energy Efficiency (Volume One); Part 13 – Building Services (Volume Two) |
Lighting controls, energy efficiency provisions, DTS and Performance Solutions |
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NatHERS Protocols |
Assessment of lighting energy loads; daylight access considerations in Whole-of-Home rating |
Daylight modelling assumptions, electric lighting influence on NatHERS results |
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ABSA CPD Competency Area |
Section 3.4 – Passive Design & Lighting Integration; Section 3.6 – Energy Management |
Application of integrated lighting strategies and compliance modelling |
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Building Designers |
BDAA CPD – Lighting Design and NCC Compliance |
Relevance to residential and commercial lighting design with regulatory linkage |
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NSCA 2021 (Architects) |
PC26, PC28, PC31, PC33, PC45 |
Sustainable system design, documentation accuracy, site phase commissioning |
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Engineers Australia (Stage 2) |
EA Stage 2: Element 2.3 (System integration), 2.4 (Performance evaluation) |
Coordination of lighting systems with building services, occupant experience analysis |
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Licensed Builders (State CPD) |
Varies by state – NSW/QLD CPD categories: Energy Efficiency, Building Design |
Practical applications of lighting efficiency measures and compliance documentation |
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Building Surveyors |
Illumination standards and compliance evidence for assessment reports |
Assessment of lighting models and compliance under NCC Part J and Part 13 |
This session is designed for
Architects
Building Designers
Lighting Designers
Energy Assessors
Engineers
What’s Included
This course examines the relationship between natural light and artificial lighting within contemporary Australian building design. It explores how regulatory requirements influence lighting decisions and how designers can respond strategically to meet performance expectations. The content reviews the role of control systems and automation in improving operational efficiency. It also investigates how modelling tools can be used to predict lighting performance and inform compliance documentation. In addition, the course considers visual comfort principles and how thoughtful lighting integration contributes to healthier, more functional indoor environments.
Why Take This CPD Session?
Gain practical strategies to meet NCC energy efficiency and amenity requirements through integrated lighting design.
Improve your ability to reduce operational energy use by applying effective daylight and lighting control solutions.
Strengthen your compliance documentation and modelling approach to support smoother approvals and better performing buildings.
Professional development is an investment in career growth and regulatory compliance. Take the next step today.