Interior Design Degree Program
Your Interior Design training includes the following courses:
- Computer Aided Design
- Introduction to Drafting
- Architectural Drafting and Detailing
- Principles of Accounting
- Freehand and Perspective Drawing
- Introduction to Interior Design
- Residential Design
- Contract Design
- Universal Design
- Contract Interiors
- Theory and Analysis
- Fundamentals of Lighting
- History of Interior Design and Architecture I
- History of Interior Design and Architecture II
- Portfolio and Business Practice
- Textiles for Interior Design
* Interior Design curriculum subject to change.
What You Can Learn in the Interior Design Degree Program
Successful graduates of the Associate of Science degree program in Interior Design will have had the opportunity to:
- Understand terminology, equipment and the use of hand and computer-aided drafting to graphically construct interior floor plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, electrical plans and details relative to interior construction and design.
- Understand principles that define aesthetic relationships and effects of elements.
- Use hand sketching, autoCAD, grids and a variety of media and rendering techniques for graphically illustrating interiors.
- Acquire the knowledge and skills to design a complete residential space.
- Explore interior design problem solving as it applies to contract projects.
- Develop insights to design sensitivity for special populations of all ages.
- Develop a working knowledge of light sources, luminaries, electrical control, layout and specifications.
- Understand the techniques of concept development, analysis and diagrammatic studies and theory application as related to interior spaces.
- Develop an awareness of renewable and non-toxic materials.
- Explore interior design and architectural history.
- Study the textile industry and its components, and acquire the skills needed to relate this knowledge to interior design applications.
- Develop basic business skills and understand the professional practice.
- Understand how to prepare a professional portfolio and résumé.
Career Opportunities for Those with an Associate Degree in Interior Design
Obtaining an Associate of Science degree in Interior Design can prepare you for such employment opportunities as:
- Commercial Design Assistant
- Residential Designer
- CAD Technician
- Showroom Design Consultant
- Visual Merchandiser
- Sales Representative
- and many others
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