Residential Interior Design
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Residential Interior Design prepares students to work in an entry-level interior design position. The program provides interior design education, which includes design, color theory and application, architectural and furniture history, drafting and computer-aided design (CAD) for interior design, space planning, interior materials, digital rendering, basic codes and regulations, and building systems. Studio projects allow students to identify, research, solve, and present design problems. This certification is designed for students who already hold a college degree in another discipline and want to re-career as an interior designer.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Residential Interior Design (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5300
Total credits required
48
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Synthesize global design perspectives with consideration of social, cultural, economic, and ecological contexts in solving interior design problems.
- Apply all aspects of the design process in creatively solving design problems.
- Plan complete design solutions that integrate furnishings, fixtures, finishes, and equipment.
- Apply knowledge of the history of interiors, architecture, decorative arts, art, and related theories when solving design problems.
- Evaluate principles and theories of light and color, acoustics, thermal comfort, indoor air quality, space planning, and human factors in relation to environmental impact and human well-being.
- Synthesize information gathered through research in the development of evidence-based design solutions.
- Apply knowledge of environmentally responsible and sustainable practices in solving design problems.
- Create the schematic design of the built environment utilizing laws, codes, standards, and guidelines of interior construction and systems.
- Express ideas and their rationale according to architecture and interior design standards through visual media including ideation, sketches, drawings, renderings, and plans.
- Collaborate with individuals and institutions across diverse disciplines in solving design problems.
- Communicate with diverse audiences in varied settings and formats in a culturally responsive manner.
- Apply criticism in an effective manner in the refinement of design solutions.
- Demonstrate industry-accepted professional ethics and conduct.
- Promote the impact of design on the human experience and the professional value interior designers provide in local, national, and global contexts.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 48 | |
| ARC141 | Architectural CAD I: Introduction (3) AND | |
| ARC142 | Architectural CAD II: Plans and Elevations (3) | |
| OR | ||
| INT131 | Introduction to CAD for Interior Design (3) AND | |
| INT132 | Advanced CAD for Interior Design (3) | 6 |
| INT101 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 |
| INT115 | Historical Architecture and Furniture | 3 |
| INT120 | Modern Architecture and Furniture | 3 |
| INT122 | Digital Visualization for Design | 3 |
| INT145 | Drawing and Rendering Studio | 3 |
| INT160 | Fabrics for Interiors | 3 |
| INT165 | Space Planning Studio | 3 |
| INT201 | Color and Design Communication Studio | 3 |
| INT205 | Custom Design Studio | 3 |
| INT210 | Interior Materials Studio | 3 |
| INT212 | Kitchen and Bath Studio | 3 |
| INT222 | Residential Design Studio | 3 |
| INT242 | Interior Design Professional Practices | 3 |
| INT265 | Building Systems | 3 |
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
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