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Montgomery College 2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NKBA-Accredited Area of Concentration, Interior Design-Preprofessional AAS: 306B


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(R): 306B

This program prepares students for entry-level positions in interior design and related professions, or for portfolio preparation for transfer to out-of-state institutions. Content offerings will include fundamental design, drawing, color, space planning, and historical topics; fabrics, lighting, window, wall, and floor treatments; and professional business practices for interior designers. Technical development will include architectural drafting; preparation of estimates; design analysis; kitchen, bath, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems; and advanced presentation techniques for interior designers. Completion of requirements for this program will lead to the award of the AAS.

Students may select one of two areas of concentration: (1) the general area of concentration, which allows students to select nine ID program electives; or (2) the NKBA area of concentration, which meets the requirements of the National Kitchen and Bath Association accreditation and requires specific courses instead. A grade of B or higher is required in all interior design classes for the NKBA area of concentration degree. If these conditions are not met, a general area of concentration degree will be awarded. Students with the NKBA area of concentration degree will be able to sit for the NKBA AKBD examination upon graduation.

General Education Course Selections


Click here to view the Foundation/Distribution Courses  for selection to fulfill the General Education Course Requirements.

Suggested Course Sequence


A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor.

First Semester


Second Semester


Third Semester


Fourth Semester


Total Credit Hours: 60


* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or elective.

‡ This IDES course may not be offered every semester; advising by interior design coordinator is required.

‡‡ Internship must be approved by interior design advisor.

Program Outline / Degree Requirements


General Education Requirements


Foundation Courses


  • English Foundation 3 semester hours (ENGF)
  • Mathematics Foundation 3 semester hours (MATF)

Distribution Courses


General Education Elective


  • Humanities Distribution 3 semester hours (GEEL)

Area of Concentration Requirements


Total Credit Hours: 60


* ENGL 101 /ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102 /ENGL 103 , or elective.

‡ This IDES course may not be offered every semester; advising by interior design coordinator is required.

‡‡ Internship must be approved by interior design advisor.

Program Outcomes


Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

  • Apply design principles and color theory in the execution of interior design projects.
  • Identify the correct textiles, materials, finishes, and furniture for specifications.
  • Collect and interpret the data necessary to solve interior design problems.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the historic styles of interior design.
  • Execute presentation and construction drawings.

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