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Arts and Design Technology: Interior Design

Associate of Applied Science Degree: Interior Design (520)

Career Studies: Associate Designer (221.520.17)
Career Studies: Green Design for Interiors (221.520.10)
Career Studies: Kitchen and Bath Design (221.520.25)

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Interior Design is a blend of general education with interior design courses that provides a foundation in visual presentation skills, spatial design, color coordination, the evolution of furniture and interior styles, and estimation. Students can customize the program with their choice of interior design electives.

Graduates with the A.A.S. degree find positions in visual merchandising, floor coverings, decorative accessories, and home furnishings. They work for architectural firms, commercial designers, retailers, or open their own design firms.

This program is offered at the Chesapeake Campus.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: Interior Design (520)

SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START)
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 100	Theory and Techniques of Interior Design	3
IDS 105	Architectural Drafting for Interior Design	3
IDS 205	Materials and Sources	3
MTH 158	College Algebra (or MTH 121)	3	Placement
SDV 101	Orientation to Interior Design	1
CST 100	Principles of Public Speaking	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	16

SEMESTER 2
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
ENG 111	College Composition I	3	Placement
IDS 106	Three Dimensional Drawing and Rendering	3
IDS 109	Styles of Furniture and Interiors	3
IDS 206	Lighting and Furnishings	3	IDS 105
	Health/Physical Education Elective¹	2
	SEMESTER TOTAL	14

SEMESTER 3
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 120	Estimation for Interior Coverings	3
IDS 217	Advanced Rendering and Presentation	3	IDS 106
	Humanities Elective ¹	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	9

SEMESTER 4
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 116	Period Residential Design	4	IDS 105 and IDS 217
IDS 215	Theory and Research in Commercial Design	3	IDS 105 and IDS 217
IDS 245	Computer Aided Drafting for Interior Design	3	IDS 105
IDS 250	Green Design for Interior Designers	3	IDS 100 and IDS 105
	IDS Elective²	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	16

SEMESTER 5
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 222	Designing Commercial Interiors II	4	IDS 105 and IDS 217
IDS 225	Business Procedures	3
	IDS Elective²	3
	Social Science Elective¹	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	13
	TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS	68

Career Studies: Associate Designer (221.520.17)

The Associate Designer career studies program option provides a basic foundation in visual presentation skills, spatial design, color coordination, the evolution of furniture and interior styles, and estimation. All courses count toward the associate’s degree.

This career studies program prepares the student for employment as a color consultant or sales associate of retail interior design.

SEMESTER 1
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 100	Theory and Techniques of Interior Design	3
IDS 105	Architectural Drafting for Interior Design	3
IDS 109	Styles of Furniture and Interiors	3
IDS 205	Materials and Sources	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	12

SEMESTER 2
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 106	Three Dimensional Drawing and Rendering	3
IDS 120	Estimation of Interior Coverings	3
IDS 206	Lighting and Furnishings	3
IDS 245	Computer Aided Drafting for Interior Designers	3	IDS 105
	SEMESTER TOTAL	12
	TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS	24

Career Studies: Green Design for Interiors (221.520.10)

The career studies certificate in Green Design for Interiors prepares students for a career emphasis in ‘Green Design’. This certificate is based upon the requirements for LEED Certification (Leadership In Energy and Environmental Design), and Is designed to prepare individuals to take the LEED Certification exam for Homes (LEED-H). Completers of the program will be able to assist their clients through the inclusion of more eco-friendly interior materials and techniques for ‘Green Design’ interiors.

SEMESTER 1
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 100	Theory and Techniques of Interior Design	3
IDS 105	Architectural Drafting for Interior Design	3
IDS 250	Green Design for Interior Designers	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	9

SEMESTER 2
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 206	Lighting and Furnishings	3
IDS 255	Green Design for Commercial Interiors	3	IDS 250
	SEMESTER TOTAL	6
	TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS	15

Career Studies: Kitchen and Bath Design (221.520.25)

The career studies certificate in Kitchen and Bath Design prepares student for a career emphasis In the design of kitchens, baths, and related cabinetry. This certificate is based on the requirements of the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), and It prepares individuals to take the NKBA examination for an Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer (AKBD) certification. Completers of the program will be able to apply through the NKBA to take the certification exam for the Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer certification (AKBD).

SEMESTER 1
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 105	Architectural Drafting for Interior Design	3
IDS 205	Materials and Sources	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	6

SEMESTER 2
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
ARC 133	Construction Methodology and Procedures I	3
IDS 106	Three Dimensional Drawing and Rendering	3
IDS 206	Lighting and Furnishings	3
IDS 225	Business Procedures	3
	SEMESTER TOTAL	12

SEMESTER 3
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 217	Advanced Rendering and Presentation	3	IDS 105 and IDS 106
IDS 298	Seminar and Project in Interior Design	2	Division Approval
	SEMESTER TOTAL	5

SEMESTER 4
Course Number	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
IDS 245	Computer Aided Drafting for Interior Designers	3	IDS 105
IDS 290	Internship	3	Division Approval
	SEMESTER TOTAL	6
	TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS	29

1        Eligible courses are listed on page 34 in the 2009-2010 catalog. See your

          academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s).

2        Consult with your academic advisor or counselor. Courses must be approved by

          the appropriate division dean.

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