Introductory Interior Design Certificate

(R): 226

This curriculum is intended to provide new skills for individuals with no previous related education or experience; for students currently employed in unrelated careers, intending to make a significant career change; and for individuals intending to enter a first career in an entry-level assistantship position. Focus includes general foundation core education in interior design, combined with advanced and more technical courses, geared specifically to meet the career goals of the student. Course selection requires close supervision by the interior design adviser.

Program Requirements

All students should consult an advisor.

IDES 101 - Interior Design I 3 semester hours
IDES 107 - Interiors: Design Principles 3 semester hours *
IDES 110 - Interiors: Technical Drawing and Drafting 3 semester hours
IDES 111 - Interior Design II 3 semester hours *
IDES 116 - Interiors: Advanced Presentation Techniques 3 semester hours *
OR
IDES 120 - Interiors: Computer Presentation Techniques 3 semester hours *
IDES 211 - Historic Interiors I 3 semester hours *
OR
IDES professional electives 3 semester hours †
IDES 212 - Historic Interiors II 3 semester hours *
OR
IDES professional electives 3 semester hours †
IDES 272 - Business Practices and Procedures for Interior Design 3 semester hours *
IDES professional electives 6 semester hours †

Total Credit Hours: 30

* This IDES course may not be offered every semester.

† IDES professional electives: IDES 221 , IDES 222 , IDES 234 , IDES 275 , and one-credit IDES professional electives. Select electives in consultation with interior design adviser.

Program Outcomes

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

Apply design principles and color theory at a basic level in the execution of interior design projects.
Identify the correct textiles, materials, finishes, and furniture for simple specifications.
Collect and interpret the data necessary to solve simple interior design problems.
Execute basic presentation and construction drawings.
Be familiar with interior design principles and ethics.