This document summarizes the key aspects of illumination and its effects. It discusses illumination as both a science and art that involves measuring lighting parameters and designing efficient systems. Adequate lighting is important for industrial task efficiency. The objectives of a good lighting system are to provide sufficient, uniform light distribution over work areas to fulfill aesthetic, emotional, and functional needs while adding to occupant productivity and reducing fatigue. Insufficient, glaring, poorly distributed, or over illumination can cause issues like headaches, eyestrain, errors, and decreased performance and morale. Proper lighting design aims to balance illumination levels and effects.