2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog

Level I - Interior Design Foundations Certificate of Achievement


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The Level I - Interior Design Foundations certificate is designed to develop the fundamental skills necessary for entry-level employment in interior design related fields. Level I curriculum focuses on exploring design elements and principles, color theories, history of interior architecture and furnishings, materials and products, developing visual communication skills using freehand and computer-aided drawing and drafting, and acquiring knowledge of the design process. This certificate provides the foundation for going on to advanced certificates and the AS degree in interior design. Entry-level positions include design consultants and sales specialists in design showrooms, furniture and finishes stores, interior decorators, color specialists, manufacturer’s representatives, event planners, and home stagers. The program also offers coursework for professional improvement.

Program Student Learning Outcomes


Students who complete this program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of elements and principles of design, color theories, historical styles, and interior products.
  • Use freehand and computer-aided drawing, drafting, and presentation techniques for effective visual communication.
  • Apply the design process and critical thinking to develop interior design concepts.
  • Acquire foundational skills and knowledge of interior design to progress to Level II - Interior Design leading to the Certificate of Achievement and AS degree.

REQUIRED CORE:

Course ID Title Units
ID 110   Fundamentals of Interior Design 3
ID 112   Drafting for Interiors 2
ID 114   Applied Color and Design Theory for Interior Design 3
ID 133   Sketching and Rendering for Interior Design 3
ID 115  * CAD for Interior Design 3
ID 118   * Digital Presentation for Interior Design 3
ID 111  * Interior Design Studio I 3
ID 116   Interior Materials and Products 3
ID 122   History of Interior Architecture and Furnishings I 3

TOTAL UNITS FOR THE CERTIFICATE:


26

*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.

Associate Degree will be awarded for Level II only.

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