Classes and Descriptions: Click on the class below for the class name, credits, and description.
| INT D 122 | INT D 125 | INT D 128 | INT D 140 |
| INT D 150 | INT D 161 | INT D 186 | INT D 196 |
| INT D 222 | INT D 226 | INT D 228 | INT D 236 |
| INT D 238 | INT D 240 | INT D 250 | INT D 280 |
| INT D 281 | INT D 282 |
Interior Design I: 5 credits
Concurrent enrollment in Int D 186 recommended.
Exploration of the basic principles and elements of design and their application to the interior design field, with special emphasis on the elements of color space. Special plans illustrated through floor plan studies.
Interior Design II: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 122 and 186. Suggest concurrent enrollment in Int D 196 recommended.
Study of spatial design and planning system. Projects drawn from residential situations, emphasizing functional programming, circulation, and task-area articulation within the complete design process.
Furniture History: 5 credits
Study of the masterpieces of furniture history; furniture period history from antiquity to present - including architectural influences throughout the ages.
Internship: 3-5 credits
Prerequisite: permission.
Provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. In addition to the work experience which is related to career goals and major, students participate in a weekly seminar on campus.
Furniture History II: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 128.
Historical survey of American interiors from 1600 to the industrial revolution. Exploration of arts of the Far East, Islan, Native Arts of the Americas and Africa and their development and application in interior design.
Materials & Resources: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 122 and 186; or permission.
Study of resources, supplies, products, textiles, and services essential to the interior design profession. Development of permanent resource file, including ordering and installation formulas for cost estimating.
Delineations I: 5 credits
Recommend this class be taken concurrently with Int D 122.
An introduction to basic drafting tools and procedures. Exercises in scale, line weight and line quality. Course includes layout, orthographic projection, flat pattern, isometrics and one-point perspective techniques. The students will also be introduced to various aspects dealing with anatomy of interior design.
CADD/Delineations II: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 186
Skill development in the production of one and two point perspectives working, drawings, cross sections, and architectural detailing. Basic drawings with C.A.D. system.
Interior Designer In Business: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 122.
To develop practical tools needed in the interior design business. Includes layouts, specifications, letter of agreement, retainer fees, purchase orders, shipping and subcontracting.
Interior Design III: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 125 and 196.
Development of commercial design project from facilities programming to final commercial presentation. Project involves NCIDQ study examination.
Color Drawing: 5 credits
An active program of drawing with emphasis on color, particularly pertaining to surfaces, i.e. texture pattern, hard surfaces, concentration on human form as scale-symbol in project drawing for interior design client presentations.
Portfolio Presentation: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 226 and 280.
Professional interior design presentation techniques, development of residential and commercial portfolio projects. Portfolio options and format; emphasis on the portfolio as a tool to inform, educate and sell designer’s skills.
Interior Rendering: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 228 color drawing.
Continues development of rendering skills through the addition of color to the perspective drawing, exploration of the various media; i.e., pen and ink, designers gouache, marker, and color pencils and finished presentation showing interior design concepts. Quick development work required.
Internship 3-5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 122 and 186; permission; must attend 2 credit seminar.
Cooperative education provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. In addition to the work experience which is related to career goals and major, students participate in a weekly seminar on campus.
The Grand Tour: 7 credits
Historical foundations of architecture and design in Europe. Students will select a specific subject (i.e. furniture period, Monarch, architectural style, architect) for research prior to the trip. While in Europe, students will continue the research and gather examples to support their work; instructor will provide daily lectures and background information.
CADD/Delineations III: 5 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 196 and 226, or concurrent enrollment in Int D 226.
Introduction of commercial space planning and drafting techniques using Auto-CADD release 12. Drafting applications will include commercial space standards for furniture, A.D.A., office modular systems, and ergonomic development.
Advanced Interior Rendering: 3 credits
Prerequisite: Int D 238 or equivalent
An accelerated study of color renderings with emphasis on freehand perspective, shade and shadow and color. The students will explore current media with the main directional force aimed toward maintaining quality using rapid production techniques.
CADD/Working Drawings: 3 credits
Prerequisite: understanding operation of Macintosh computer.
A study of the architectural graphic representations and their applications. The student will learn to read and produce blueprints and working drawing for custom designed interior built-ins and furnishings to be submitted to the contractor for construction.