Interior Design

Interior Design - Undergraduate Courses

ID 100 Portfolio Design (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: AT 211 Basic Design I or consent of the instructor. This is a foundation course in the branding design of a professional portfolio and related documents for internships, job interviews, and career development. Branding, logo design, business cards, letterheads, and related stationery will be designed, critiqued and implemented for use in art and design projects throughout the program. Laboratory fee; 1 credit hour. 

ID 109  Architectural Drawing I (back to previous page)
An introduction course to drafting with an emphasis on the use and training of mechanical drawing tools to accomplish beginning Architectural Drawing. Skills in lettering, dimensioning, drawing, titling, symbols, symbol cross-referencing, line weights, drawing formatting, the developing of notes and specifications, concept sketching and the reading of blueprints and construction documents for building purposes will be developed. The principles of orthographic and paraline drawing will be explored, developed and drawings produced. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 110  Architectural Drawing II  (back to previous page) 
Prerequisite: ID 109. A continuation of ID 109 Architectural Drawing I with a focus on 1-point perspective for interior and exterior spaces, furniture, and related objects utilizing a variety of scales and the 3-dimensional 1-point Perspective Grid system of drawing. Drawings will include sketch concepts, orthographic evaluations, and representations with multiple 1-point perspective views and sectional perspectives. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 200 Portfolio Production I (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 100 Portfolio Design. This is a studio course in the application of portfolio design branding elements to the production of portfolio pages from art and design projects. Professional standards and a clear brand identity will be applied to the portfolio for career development and advancement. Laboratory fee; 1 credit hour. 

ID 211 Interior Design I (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 110, AT 212 and AT 213. In this introductory studio course students will explore the Elements and Principles of Design as they relate to interior environments. The relationship between the built environment and human factors will be discussed as they relate to circulation and furniture layouts. In addition the history and criteria that establishes interior design as a profession are explored in detail. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 212 Interior Design II  (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 211. A continuation of course ID 211 Interior Design I with a focus on programming and design using two-dimensional and three-dimensional methods of problem solving and presentation. Residential and commercial spaces are explored using study models and finished models, sample boards, and rendered perspectives for presentations. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 213 Architectural Drawing III (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 110. An advanced course in two-point and multi-point perspective drawing of interior and exterior spaces, furniture, and related objects utilizing a variety of scales. Drawings will include sketched concepts, orthographic evaluations, and representations with multiple perspective point views for each project.  Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 214 Lighting Design and Specifications (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 110 or consent of the instructor. This course surveys the use of lighting, both natural and artificial, as a design element in planning residential and commercial interiors. The impact of perception, psychology, brightness, color and daylight are discussed. Interior lighting products including incandescent and discharge lamps are studied in detail along with auxiliary equipment, light controls, photometrics, electricity and luminaries. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 215 Construction Documents I (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 110. This course introduces students to all elements of the preparation, development and production of a complete set of construction documents for residential and commercial interior spaces including; project evaluation and an in-depth understanding of document requirements, method applications, blueprint reading, specification writing, drawing nomenclature, and millwork requirements. An emphasis is placed upon the development of accurate descriptive drawing notes, specifications, dimensioning and symbols within the construction documents. Building Codes and ADA issues are explored as applicable to individual projects.  Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 216 Construction Documents II (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 215. A continuation of ID 215 Construction Documents I with an emphasis on site measurement and documentation of existing conditions and mechanical systems, preparation of As-Built drawings, oral presentation of Schematic Design schemes, specifications and notes, Millwork drawings, details and sections, and proficiency, speed and accuracy in preparing Construction Documents. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.   

ID 217 Sketching and Rendering for Interiors (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 110 or consent of the instructor. This course advances the student's basic drawing and illustrative skills through the exploration of quick sketching and rendering techniques for architectural and interior spaces. A variety of media will be studied including markers, pastels, color pencils, watercolor, pencil, pen, etc. Focus is on the application of the media to create visual expression of the exterior and interior elements. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 218 Interior Systems, Materials and Codes (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 211, ID 215 or consent of the instructor. This course explores the design and construction requirements for interior building elements and environmental systems. Issues related to interior finishes, sustainability resources and green design are explored. Building codes, fire codes and ADA compliance relative to the built interior environment are studied through the use of construction documents and study models.  Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 300 Portfolio Production II (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 200 Portfolio Production I. This is a continuation of Portfolio Production I. Students at this level continue to design and complete portfolio pages for their Senior Portfolio. Laboratory fee; 1 credit hour. 

ID 311 Interior Design III (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 212, ID 216. This course explores the specialized field of kitchen and bath design for residential and commercial interiors. All aspects of programming, design, specification, preparation, development and production of design and construction documents for residential and commercial kitchens and baths are developed in detail. An emphasis is placed upon Kitchen & Bath Design and the development of accurate descriptive drawings, notes, specifications, dimensioning, symbols within the construction documents. Building codes and ADA issues are explored as applicable to individual projects. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.  

ID 312 Interior Design IV (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 311, ID 313 or consent of the instructor. Advanced course in commercial interior design incorporating professional Scope of Services including: Programming, Conceptual Design, Design Development, Contract Documents, Contract Administration and Evaluation. Focus of the course is on corporate office design, open office systems and interior product specifications. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 313 CAD for Interiors I (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 212, ID 216 or consent of the instructor. This course introduces students to the use of AutoCAD as a drafting tool for the development of floor plans, demolition and new construction plans, reflected ceiling plans, electrical plans, wall elevations, finish schedules and type text/notes. The use of AutoCAD as a sketching tool for concept development will be explored. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 314 CAD for Interior II (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 313 or consent of the instructor. This course is a continuation of ID 313 with a focus on the use of AutoCAD for the design and development of retail and restaurant spaces. Students will use AutoCAD to develop custom design furniture and cabinetry as well as three-dimensional images of interior spaces in a variety of paraline views. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 315 History of Architecture and Interiors I  (back to previous page)
This course is an introductory overview of the history of design in architecture, interiors and furniture from the ancient era through the end of the 18^th century. Lectures, readings and research focus on the development of major forms, period styles, ornament and the decorative arts from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome through the Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical era. 3 credit hours.

ID 316 History of Architecture and Interiors II  (back to previous page)
This course is a continuation of ID 315 History of Architecture and Interiors I. The course will explore the history of design in architecture, interiors and furniture from the 19th and 20^th centuries to the present. Styles examined include 19^th century revival styles, Arts and Crafts, Art Deco European, American Modernism, and the influence of the Bauhaus. 3 credit hours.

ID 317 Interior Products and Specifications (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 212 or consent of the instructor. Examination of interior textiles and products including fibers, upholstery and window fabrics, and wall finishes. Manufacturing, measurement and installation methods are explored. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 318 Furniture Design and Specifications (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 213, ID 216, ID 311, ID317 or consent of the instructor. This is an advance course in furniture design and construction drawings concentrating on upholstery, furniture and manufacturing processes for residential and commercial furniture markets. Issues of marketing, qualifying designs with manufactures, contracts and negotiations will be addressed  Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 400 Senior Portfolio  (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 300 Portfolio Production II. This advance course completes the production of the senior portfolio and incorporates career preparation activities. Job search documents such as resumes, cover letters, thank you letters, etc., are prepared and incorporate the student's brand identity. Interviews and job contracts are explored and the course culminates in a senior portfolio presentation and interview. Laboratory fee; 1 credit hour. 

ID 411 Interior Design (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 312, ID 314 or consent of the instructor. Advanced senior level course in institutional interior design incorporating professional Scope of Services including; Programming, Conceptual Design, Design Development, Contract Documents, Contract Administration and Evaluation. Special attention is focused on individual user needs with respect to health safety and welfare issues within the interior environment. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 412 Interior Design VI (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 411 or consent of the instructor. Advanced senior level course in historic preservation, sustainable design and green design incorporating professional Scope of Services including; Programming, Conceptual Design, Design Development, Contract Documents, Contract Administration and Evaluation. Special attention is focused on environmental issues and innovative design solutions. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 413 Professional Practices for Interior Designers (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 312 or consent of the instructor. Provides fundamental understanding of business practices for the design professional. Survey of business types, professional counsel and liability, ethics, marketing and selling of services and products, and fee structures. Examination and preparation of business forms including Letters of Agreement, budget estimates, purchase orders, invoicing. Laboratory fee; 3 credit hours.

ID 450-459 Special Topics (back to previous page)
Selected topics of special or current interest in interior design. 3 credit hours.

ID 598  Internship for Interior Design and Allied Fields  (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: ID 312 or permission of the instructor. Students will have the opportunity to intern within an interior design, architectural or allied design and product industry firms. Student may seek their own internship site or the program will match students with firms appropriate to their interests and skills. Mentors within the firms provide students with a broad range of learning opportunities. In addition, students maintain weekly email journals and research career opportunities. 3 credit hours (135 internship contact hours).

ID 599  Independent Study (back to previous page)
Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of the instructor and department chair. Under the direction of a faculty member and outside mentor, the student will initiate the development of a Capstone project. The purpose of electing to take an independent study is to further an area of special interest, to prepare for graduate school, or to meet the Honors Program thesis requirement. 3 credit hours (135 project documented hours).