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INTERIOR DESIGN

Associate Professor S. Travis (Director)

Assistant Professors E. Speck, N. Evans, C. Anderson, N. Volchansky

Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in interior design-The following requirements must be fulfilled:

1. The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences.

2. 33 credit hours of fine arts and art history courses, consisting of FA 1011-12, 1021, 1071 (as foundation courses, followed by a portfolio review); AH 1031-32, 2145, 2161; and 9 credits selected from courses in ceramics, painting, photography, sculpture, new media, or advanced drawing (each course must be in a different area).

3. 42 credit hours of interior design courses consisting of IntD 2101-2121, 3141, 4103-4134; and 9 credits of electives chosen from approved IntD courses. The program is available on a full-time basis only.

Note: A course fee is charged for all interior design courses except IntD 4134 and 3160.

2101 Foundations in Interior Design (3)  
  Application of basic theory and application of design principles. Hands-on exercises that develop conceptual thinking, analytical observation and cultivation of originality. Prerequisite: IntD 2111 or permission of instructor. (Fall)
2102 Studio I: Residential (3)  
  Residential interior design, both single-family and multi-unit. Application of residential building technology, code requirements, and barrier-free design. Custom millwork and cabinetry design. Prerequisite: IntD 2101 and 4133. (Spring)
2111 Architectural Drawing and Drafting (3)  
  Basic graphic communication skills appropriate to the development of interior design projects. Two- and three-dimensional drawing skills developed through sketching, orthographic drawing, paraline drawing, and perspective techniques. Prerequisite: FA 1011 or permission of instructor. (Fall and spring)
2121 Lighting Design (3)  
  Study of basic terminology, concepts, and principles of lighting design. Study of light and energy, incandescent and gaseous discharge lamps, luminaries, task requirements, measurement and calculation, human factors, and design applications. Prerequisite: IntD 2102. (Fall)
3112 Presentation Techniques (3)  
  Advanced three-dimensional drawing using rapid visualization techniques, sketching, and constructed drawings. Development of multimedia rendering techniques. Prerequisite: IntD 2101. (Spring)
3141 Color Theory (3)  
  Intensive exploration of the objective rationale and subjective experience of color in interiors through execution of problems in color contrast and color scales. (Spring)
3142 Contemporary Issues in Interior Design (3)  
  The roles and responsibilities of interior designers in the context of current social and technical forces. Topics include specialty lighting, sustainability, integrated security, AV integration, product development. (Fall)
3143 Environmental Analysis (3)  
  Study of interior design as it relates to the built environment and its effect on human behavior. Interior space as a stage for social interaction. Evaluation of interior spaces using standard research methodology. Prerequisite: IntD 2101. (Spring)
3144 Furniture Design (3)  
  Principles and components of furniture design, both functional and aesthetic. Emphasis on construction, design, detailing of cabinetry and millwork. Development of design and technical skills. Two- and three-dimensional drawing models. Prerequisite: IntD 2101. (Fall)
3145 Studio in Historic Interiors (3)  
  Exploration and interpretation of significant periods of interior design through the study of historic furniture, decorative arts, and architecture. Focus on application of historic styles for restoration or adaptive use. Prerequisite: AH 2145, 2161; IntD 2101. (Fall)
3147 New Materials and Concepts (3)  
  New materials and technologies that are being introduced in built interior environments. Focus on product development, adaptive design, and alternative design theories and methodologies. (Spring)
3150 Special Topics (3)  
  A theoretical and practical in-depth exploration of a specific area of interior design. Topic to be announced in the Schedule of Classes.
3160 Individual Problems and Research (arr.)  
  Independent research on selected topic. Research proposal must be approved by program advisor prior to registration. May be repeated for credit with permission.
4103 Studio II: Commercial (3)  
  Commercial interior design: office, restaurant, and retail. Application of building codes and ADA requirements. Layout and specification of contract and systems furniture. Commercial textiles and finish materials. Prerequisite: IntD 2102. (Fall)
4104 Studio III: Institutional (3)  
  Application of theories of human behavior and design in large-scale institutional settings, including public and private facilities serving medical, educational, and extended-care needs. Prerequisite: IntD 4103, 4113, and 2121. (Spring)
4113 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)  
  Introduction to basic CAD commands, two- and three-dimensional drawings, enhancement, and plotting. Using CAD as a tool to extend the design process. Prerequisite: FA 1071, IntD 2111. (Fall and spring)
4123 Methods and Materials of Building Construction (3)  
  Study of building systems as they relate to design and function of interior spaces: mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems. Environmental concerns: energy, daylighting, acoustics. Prerequisite: IntD 4103. (Spring)
4133 Textiles and Finish Materials (3)  
  Textiles and finish materials for commercial and residential interiors. Physical properties, application, testing, regulations, and specification. (Fall)
4134 Internship (3)  
  Application of knowledge and skills in project-based setting for a local firm. Appropriate placement and sponsor participation required prior to registration. Topics include business procedure and practice, legal and ethical issues, and designer-client-contractor relations. Prerequisite: IntD 4103 and permission of instructor. (Spring)
4140 Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting (3)  
  Application of advanced computer graphics using 3-D geometric modeling application programs to examine form and space in a practical in-depth exploration. Prerequisite: IntD 4113. (Spring)
 

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