Interior Design

Instructor

Interior Design- Fundamentals

This course engages students in exploring various interior design professions, while building the content knowledge and technical skills necessary to provide foundational knowledge of the design industry. Emphasis is placed on the interior design process; human, environmental and behavioral factors; color theory, elements and principles of design; hand sketching/digital design techniques, space planning, selection of products and materials for residential interiors; client relationship building and design communication techniques. English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, art, and technology are reinforced.

Interior Design-Studio

This course prepares students for entry-level and technical work opportunities in interior design fields. Students deepen their understanding of design fundamentals and theory by designing interior plans to meet residential and commercial needs. Topics include career development, architectural styles, furnishings and textiles, lighting and accessories, laws, public policies, and regulations impacting design, and universal design practices.

Credential: Pre-Professional Assessment and Certification in Interior Design Fundamentals

Advanced Learning Opportunities

CTE Advanced Studies (MUST be approved by facilitating instructor prior to enrollment)- This culminating course is for juniors and seniors who have earned two technical credits, one of which is a completer course, in one Career Cluster. The Advanced Studies course must augment the content of the completer course and prepare students for success in transitioning to postsecondary education and future careers. Students work under the guidance of a teacher with expertise in the content of the completer course in collaboration with community members, business representatives, and other school-based personnel. The four parts of the course include writing a research paper, producing a product, developing a portfolio, and delivering a presentation. Students demonstrate their abilities to use 21st century skills. Competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.
CTE Internship This is a local course option and has many requirements. Interns are place after an application process has been successfully completed. Students also must have completed the highest level course that CCHS offers in the CTE pathways. Internship allows for additional development of career and technical competencies within a general career field. Internships allow students to observe and participate in daily operations, develop direct contact with job personnel, ask questions about particular careers, and perform certain job tasks. This activity is exploratory and allows the student to get hands-on experience in a number of related activities. The teacher, student, and the business community jointly plan the organization, implementation, and evaluation of an internship, regardless of whether it is an unpaid or paid internship