An advantage of low voltage switching is

An advantage of low voltage switching is

a) that local and remote control of lights is permitted
b) the wiring does not require conduits
c) changes are simple and economical
d) a and b are correct
e) a, b and c are correct








Answer: E

When designing a lighting system which of the following should be considered?

When designing a lighting system which of the following should be considered?

a) initial cost
b) operating cost
c) maintenance cost
d) all of the above
e) none of the above





Answer: D

A luminaire is a

A luminaire is a

a. Type of light reflector
b. Type of light refractor
c. Lamp ballast
d. Complete lighting unit
e. Type of lamp








Answer: D

One of the main types of illumination is:

One of the main types of illumination is:

a. Emergency lighting
b. Direct lighting
c. General (uniform) lighting
d. Structural lighting
e. Indirect lighting

Answer: C

Direct lighting systems:

Direct lighting systems:

a. Have a higher initial cost than indirect lighting
b. Have greater glare control
c. Are more energy efficient than indirect lighting
d. Produce shadow free light
e. Blend with the environment






Answer: C

Ambient lighting can be improved by using two types of lighting:

Ambient lighting can be improved by using two types of lighting:

a. Direct and indirect
b. Natural and artificial
c. Florescent and incandescent
d. Reflective and refractive
e. General and local








Answer: A

The type of luminaire used in industrial warehouses and storage areas is the:

The type of luminaire used in industrial warehouses and storage areas is the:

a. Open reflector
b. Ceiling mount wraparound
c. Recessed troffer
d. Structural light
e. Luminaire






Answer: A

When control for multiple locations is required:

When control for multiple locations is required:

a. A 4-way switch is used
b. The system must be an engineered design, according to the Canadian Electrical Code
c. A local building permit is required.
d. A combination of 3-way switches and 4-way switches are used
e. Three or more two-way switches are used

Answer: D

Occupancy sensors:

Occupancy sensors:

a. Are Semi-automatic switches
b. Are Self-regulating switches
c. Are Automatic switches
d. Dim the lights when the room is unoccupied
e. Are best suited where fluorescent lights are frequently turned on and off

Answer: C

Most dimmer switches sold today:

Most dimmer switches sold today:

a. Divert some current through a variable resistor
b. Can be used with incandescent or florescent lighting
c. Save most of the power not being used by the luminaire
d. Can control the lighting level from 0 to 100%
e. Are not cost effective as energy savers

Answer: C

In a "direct" lighting systems all or most of the luminous intensity is:

In a "direct" lighting systems all or most of the luminous intensity is:

a. Directed up at the ceiling
b. Reflected off the walls
c. Directed down toward the work place
d. Reflected off the ceiling
e. Task lighting

Answer: C

In large buildings approximately what percentage of the electrical load is lighting?

In large buildings approximately what percentage of the electrical load is lighting?

a. 60%
b. 40%
c. 70%
d. 75%
e. 80%







Answer: A

Occupancy sensors typically use _________ for activation.

Occupancy sensors typically use _________ for activation.

a. Loud sounds
b. Ultraviolet energy
c. Microwave energy
d. Ultrasonic energy
e. Proximity sensors







Answer: D

The NFPA Life Safety Code requires that emergency lighting be provided for means of exit in:

The NFPA Life Safety Code requires that emergency lighting be provided for means of exit in:

a. Places of assembly of less than 300 people
b. All occupied spaces indoors
c. Office buildings with occupancies of 300 or more people
d. All educational and institutional occupancies
e. All multiple residence units







Answer: D