This Sample Program Pathway is designed to provide an example of course selections in a term by term sequence. Please see an Academic Advisor for a plan specific to your academic needs.
Description: Introduction to various graphic media tools and techniques, including sketching, manual drafting, and computer assisted drafting as appropriate to the built environment. Includes developing 3D visualization and analysis skills. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.
Description: Examination of the stylistic development of interior design, domestic furniture and furnishings from classical times to the present.
Term hours subtotal:
6
Description: Introduction to Interior Design includes exploring the profession, the principles, elements and design processes; residential space planning, kitchen design and furniture arrangement fundamentals with emphasis on design drawings and professional presentation form. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.
Notes: Spring only Prerequisite of VIS1100 and VIS1110 or department chair approval required. (For Certificate students only, see advisor about having prerequisites waived). Strongly recommended to complete CAT1101 before IND1230
Prerequisites: VIS 1100 and VIS 1210 or Approval of Department
Description: Overview of specifications, relative costs, performance properties and installation methods of materials, including textiles used in interior design.
Notes: Spring only
Description: Course will cover Josef Albers color theory, the effect of light on color and color psychology, including forecasting and trends.
Notes: Spring only
Term hours subtotal:
10
Description: Students investigate the design of health care, institutional, hospitality, retail and office environments and identify basic historical exterior styles. Design projects will integrate corporate culture, building codes, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, aesthetic, social and psychological factors. Advanced oral and visual presentation skills. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.
Notes: Fall only
Prerequisites: CAT 1101 and IND 1230 and IND 1234
Description: Course includes discussions of environmental movements, designer responsibility, legislation, LEED certification selection and application of lighting fixtures. Students will integrate sustainable strategies to develop design solutions for a variety of small-scale projects. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.
Notes: Fall only
Prerequisites: CAT 1101 and IND 1230
Term hours subtotal:
8