Análisis de condiciones ambientales para las aulas de la carrera de ingeniería industrial de la Universidad Politécnica Salesiana

Abstract

It focuses on identifying and improving environmental conditions, specifically lighting, in the classrooms and laboratories of said degree. The research is based on the methodology of the National Institute of Safety and Health at Work to evaluate and determine the level of environmental risk. If a higher than tolerable risk level is detected, each condition is evaluated with specific methods. For the evaluation of lighting, the grid method was used to determine the necessary measurement points in each classroom and laboratory. The measurements revealed the lack of uniformity in the lighting, which led to simulating and proposing a new distribution of lamps. This proposal seeks to guarantee uniform and adequate lighting, complying with established regulations. The conclusions highlight that classrooms and laboratories do not meet the lighting uniformity standards, so it is recommended to increase the light points and use LED lamps, which offer better quality of light and energy efficiency. Recommendations include the use of calibrated equipment to ensure accurate lighting levels and keep them within regulatory parameters. Finally, the importance of correct lighting distribution is highlighted to guarantee an adequate study environment, improving the well-being and performance of students.