Road Photometry and Lighting Safety Course
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The Road Photometry and Lighting Safety Course explores the application of photometry for the design and evaluation of road lighting systems, focusing on road safety. Aspects such as luminance, illuminance, and glare are studied, along with regulations and standards such as UNE-EN 13201. Light sources and their characteristics, road surfaces and their interaction with light, and the influence of lighting on the driver’s visual perception are analyzed. The course provides practical knowledge for the correct planning and maintenance of lighting systems, optimizing energy efficiency and road safety.
The course utilizes lighting simulation tools and on-site measurements, focusing on the practical application of regulations. It addresses the concepts of visual comfort and the prevention of traffic accidents related to lighting. The aim is to train professionals capable of designing and managing efficient and safe road lighting systems, complying with current technical and regulatory requirements. Participants will develop skills in project evaluation, identifying critical points, and proposing solutions to improve road safety.
Road Photometry and Lighting Safety Course
- Format: Online
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
599 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Comprehensive Mastery of Road Photometry and Lighting Safety
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- Understand the fundamentals of road lighting photometry, including key concepts such as luminance, illuminance, and luminous flux.
- Analyze the different light sources used in street lighting and their photometric characteristics, such as the luminous intensity distribution (CIL).
- Evaluate the performance of road lighting systems, considering factors such as uniformity, glare, and energy efficiency.
- Apply international standards and norms for the design and evaluation of road lighting projects, ensuring safety and visibility.
- Identify and analyze the risks associated with road safety related to lighting, including accident black spots and high-accident areas.
- Design road lighting solutions that improve safety, comfort, and energy efficiency, using Specialized software.
Perform photometric measurements in the field and analyze the results to evaluate compliance with specifications and the quality of the lighting.
Learn about the latest trends in lighting technology, such as LED lighting, intelligent systems, and remote management.
Apply preventive and corrective maintenance techniques to ensure the proper functioning and durability of road lighting systems.
Develop communication and collaboration skills to work in multidisciplinary teams on road lighting projects.
1. In-depth Analysis of Road Photometry and Evaluation of Lighting Safety
1. Understand the fundamentals of road lighting photometry, including key concepts such as luminance, illuminance, and uniformity.
2. Interpret and apply international standards and regulations related to public lighting, such as CIE and EN.
3. Perform photometric measurements in the field using specialized equipment, such as lux meters and luminance meters.
4. Analyze photometric data to evaluate the performance and efficiency of road lighting.
5. Identify and analyze factors that affect road safety in relation to lighting, such as glare, visibility, and contrast.
6. Evaluate the quality of existing lighting and propose improvements to optimize safety and visual comfort.
7. Design efficient and safe road lighting systems, considering the characteristics of the environment and the needs of users. 8. Use lighting simulation software to predict the performance of different designs and evaluate their impact on safety.
9. Apply road lighting maintenance and management techniques to ensure its proper functioning and extend its lifespan.
10. Understand the latest trends and technologies in road lighting, such as LEDs, intelligent systems, and remote control.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Strategic Implementation of Road Photometry to Optimize Lighting Safety
4. Strategic Implementation of Roadway Photometry to Optimize Lighting Safety
- Understand the fundamentals of photometry and lighting technology, including key concepts such as luminous flux, luminous intensity, illuminance, and luminance.
- Study the relevant international and national regulations and standards for roadway lighting, such as CIE, EN, and UNE.
- Learn to use specialized photometry software to simulate and analyze the performance of roadway lighting systems.
- Master photometric measurement techniques in the field, including the use of lux meters and luminance meters.
- Analyze and evaluate light distribution in different roadway environments, considering factors such as road geometry, surface type, and the surrounding environment.
- Design efficient and safe roadway lighting systems, optimizing the location and type of luminaires to Achieve appropriate lighting levels.
Implement energy management strategies for street lighting, including the use of control and regulation technologies.
Evaluate the impact of street lighting on road safety, user visibility, and accident reduction.
Apply photometry to detect problems in public lighting and propose solutions.
Understand the importance of photometry in optimizing street lighting costs and environmental sustainability.
5. Optimization of Public Lighting Through Road Photometry and Safety
- Fundamentals of Roadway Photometry: Understand the basics of photometry, including concepts such as luminous flux, luminous intensity, illuminance, and luminance.
- Regulations and Standards: Become familiar with relevant international and local regulations for public lighting, such as CIE, EN, and UNE.
- Design of Roadway Lighting Systems: Learn to design efficient and effective roadway lighting systems, considering road geometry, traffic, and environmental conditions.
- Photometric Calculation and Simulation: Use photometric simulation software to predict and optimize the performance of lighting systems.
- Types of Luminaires: Understand the different types of luminaires used in public lighting, including their technical characteristics and applications.
- Light Distribution: Analyze light distribution patterns and their impact on visibility and road safety.
- Control of Glare: Evaluate and control glare to minimize its negative impact on visibility and safety.
Energy Efficiency: Implement strategies to improve the energy efficiency of public lighting, including the use of LED technologies and control systems.
Road Safety: Relate lighting to road safety, understanding how appropriate lighting can reduce accidents and improve the perception of safety.
Maintenance and Management: Understand the maintenance, management, and life cycle aspects of public lighting systems.
6. Implementation and Advanced Analysis of Road Photometry for Lighting Safety and Efficiency
6. Implementation and Advanced Analysis of Roadway Photometry for Lighting Safety and Efficiency
- Master the fundamentals of roadway photometry and its key regulations.
- Understand the essential photometric parameters: luminance, illuminance, uniformity, glare.
- Use specialized software to simulate and analyze roadway lighting systems.
- Optimize light distribution to maximize visibility and safety.
- Evaluate and improve the energy efficiency of lighting installations.
- Apply advanced measurement and verification techniques in the field.
- Interpret and apply the results of the analyses for decision-making.
- Design roadway lighting solutions that comply with standards and regulations.
- Analyze the impact of lighting on the environment and the Sustainability.
Understand LED lighting technologies and their advantages.
Manage street lighting projects from planning to execution.
Identify and solve common problems in lighting systems.
Who this program is for:
Road Photometry and Lighting Safety Course
- Civil Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Electronic Engineers, or related fields.
- Technicians and professionals from construction companies, engineering firms, public administrations, and service companies.
- Specialists in road safety, traffic, and urban planning who wish to delve deeper into road photometry.
- Staff from testing and certification laboratories for lighting products.
Recommended requirements: Basic knowledge of physics, optics, and regulations of lighting; computer skills.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 1 — Introduction to Roadway Photometry and Regulations
1.1 Fundamentals of Photometry: Key Quantities and Units
1.2 Principles of Roadway Lighting: Design and Objectives
1.3 International and National Standards for Public Lighting
1.4 Components of a Lighting System: Lamps, Luminaires, Poles
1.5 Photometric Curves and Light Distribution Diagrams
1.6 Concepts of Luminance, Illuminance, and Uniformity
1.7 Influence of Road Surface on Visibility
1.8 Road Safety Assessment Based on Lighting
1.9 Introduction to Photometric Design Software
1.10 Case Studies: Practical Examples of Lighting Design
2.2 Fundamentals of Photometry: Quantities and Units
2.2 National and International Regulations for Public Lighting
2.3 Quality and Safety Standards in Roadway Lighting
2.4 Basic Design of Lighting Systems
2.5 Lighting Simulation Software and Tools
2.6 Introduction to Energy Efficiency Assessment
2.7 Legal Aspects and Professional Responsibilities
2.8 Introduction to Road Safety and its Relationship with Public Lighting
2.9 Case Studies and Application Examples
2.20 Lighting Design Principles for Different Types of Roads
2.2 Advanced Concepts of Photometry: Intensity, Flux, Luminance, and Uniformity
2.2 Luminous Flux Distribution Curves (Candela) and their Interpretation
2.3 Luminaire Selection and their Technical Characteristics
2.4 Photometric Calculation and Design Techniques
2.5 Analysis of Visual Perception and its Impact on Road Safety
2.6 Study of the Glare and its effects
2.7 Evaluation of contrast and visibility
2.8 Lighting design for intersections and roundabouts
2.9 Examples of roadway lighting design
2.20 Optimization of photometric design
3.3 Fundamentals of Roadway Photometry: Luminance, Illuminance, and Safety Levels
3.2 Regulations and Standards: CIE, EN, IES and their application to public lighting
3.3 Measurements and Analysis: Equipment, techniques, and software for photometric evaluation
3.4 Roadway Safety Assessment: Visibility, glare, and visual perception
3.5 Risk Analysis: Identification and mitigation of risk zones in street lighting
3.6 Photometric Design: Simulation and optimization of roadway lighting systems
3.7 Calculations and Software: Practical application of photometric design tools
3.8 Data Analysis: Interpretation of results and preparation of technical reports
3.9 Safety Audits: Inspections and conformity assessment of street lighting
3.30 Case Studies: Analysis of real projects and recommendations for improvement
4.4 Principles of Roadway Photometry and its Strategic Application
4.2 International Standards and Regulations for Public Lighting
4.3 Selection and Design of Roadway Lighting Systems
4.4 Risk and Safety Analysis in Lighting Design
4.5 Implementation of Photometric Simulation Software
4.6 Energy Optimization Strategies in Lighting
4.7 Case Studies: Successful Implementation of Roadway Photometry
4.8 Integration of Smart Lighting Technologies
4.9 Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainability
4.40 Monitoring and Maintenance of Roadway Lighting Systems
5.5 Fundamentals of Roadway Photometry: Principles and Measurements
5.5 Key Parameters in Roadway Photometry: Luminance, Illuminance, and Uniformity
5.3 Photometric Design for Roadways: Selection and Positioning of Luminaires
5.4 Road Safety Assessment: Criteria and Regulations
5.5 Energy Efficiency Analysis in Public Lighting
5.6 Photometric Simulation Software: Applications and Practices
5.7 Lighting Maintenance and Management: Cost Optimization
5.8 Lighting Quality Assessment: Measurements and Results Analysis
5.9 Optimization Strategies: Continuous Improvement and Adaptation
5.50 Case Studies: Implementation and Results of Optimization
6.6 Fundamentals of Roadway Photometry: Key Concepts and Units of Measurement
6.2 Light Sources and Their Characteristics: Efficiency and Spectrum
6.3 Roadway Lighting Design: Light Distribution and Types of Lamps
6.4 Photometric Measurements and Analysis: Software and Tools
6.5 Factors Influencing Road Safety: Visibility and Glare
6.6 Lighting and Accidents: Relationship between Luminance and Safety
6.7 Public Lighting Design: Regulations and Recommendations
6.8 Energy Efficiency in Roadway Lighting: Savings and Sustainability
6.9 Lighting Maintenance and Management: Inspection and Optimization
6.60 Case Studies: Analysis of Successful Roadway Photometry Projects
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
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Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
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Frequently asked questions
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It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
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