Course Title: INTDSN 30, Fundamentals of Interior Architectural Design
Units: 3
Date Submitted: Feb., 1996
Updated: April, 2007
IGETC Area: No
CSU GE Area: Yes
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1. Catalog Description:

   Prerequisite: None

   This lecture course applies the elements and principles in planning total interior environments that meet individual, functional, legal and environmental needs. Selection of all materials and products used in interior environments will be emphasized for both the functional and aesthetic quality.

2. Required Text and References:
   • Nielson, Karla J. and Taylor, David A. INTERIORS: An Introduction. WCB Brown & Benchmark, Iowa, latest edition.
   • Various Art and Notebook Supplies
   • Trade Magazines
3. Course Objectives:

   Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

   1. Recognize career paths leading to the position of a professional interior designer.
   2. Recognize the effect of lighting on interior environments.
   3. Identify, evaluate and apply design principles and elements to interior environments.
   4. Interpret and apply color systems and theories.
   5. Evaluate materials and products used in interior environments for their aesthetic and performance qualities.
   6. Evaluate floor plans for function and user needs.
   7. Identify, analyze and evaluate the physiological, psychological, environmental and cultural factors which effect the design of interiors.
4. Student Learning Outcome(s):

   The student will:

   1. Design a personal career path for five years.
   2. Produce a design room identifying the principles and elements including a project on a 3/D design Accessory with historical and contemporary significance.
5. Methods of Presentation:

   (Actual point distribution will vary from instructor to instructor but approximate values are shown.) Illustrated lecture/discussions; Slide, video, film, and surface material presentations; Student projects; Trade guest speakers and field trips.

6. Course Content:

   Percentage of Term / Topic

       
   • 10%   Introduction to the Trade: The Profession
   • 5%     Principles
   • 5%     Elements
   • 10%   Lighting
   • 10%   Color
   • 10%   Fabrics for Interiors: Terminology, Trade Fabric Showrooms
   • 5%     Field Study: Pacific Design Center Trade Fabric Showrooms
   • 10%   Floors
   • 5%     Walls
   • 5%     Ceilings
   • 5%     Windows
   • 5%     Art and Accessories
   • 5%     Historic Design: Exterior Styles/ Interior Styles
   • 10%   Project Presentations
   • 100% Total
7. Methods of Evaluation:

   Topic / Percentage

   • 6 Tests  60%
   • Projects 40%
   • Grades are determined on a percentage basis:
   • Grading:
   • A = 91% to 100%
   • B = 81% to 90%
   • C = 71% to 80%
   • D = 61% to 70%
   • F = Below 60%