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Principles of Interior Design introduces students to fundamental design theory and color dynamics as applied to compositional design. Investigations into design theory and color dynamics will provide experiences in applying design theory to three-dimensional concepts, human factors and the psychology and social influences of space. These experiences will develop student’s skills in creative problem solving, peer evaluation, and presentation skills.

• Required Prerequisites: none

• Recommended Prerequisites: none

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

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Interior Design Fundamentals provides students with an overview of the field of interior (environmental) design, including an understanding of fundamental construction knowledge and skills needed in the field. Exercises include small scale space analysis and functional planning based on user needs, furniture arrangement and selection, materials and finishes considerations and presentation techniques. Students will also learn basics regarding building practices, building structures, residential construction techniques, building materials and plan reading. Includes building codes, sustainable design practices, and the preparation of site and construction plans, elevations, sections, three-dimensional drawings details and hand renderings as they relate to construction and presentation drawings.

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Interior Design

• Recommended Prerequisites: none

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

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Materials, Finishes, and Design examines the physical properties and characteristics of furniture, materials, finishes, and architectural detailing. The course includes an intensive study of textiles, including fiber sources, identification and classification to finish and sustainable qualities. Students will apply textile knowledge to interior textile fabrications including window treatments, upholstery, carpet and wall coverings. Content addresses environmental issues and problems in specifying, estimating, and installing these materials.

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Interior Design; and Interior Design Fundamentals

• Recommended Prerequisites: none

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

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The Interior Design Capstone course is designed to provide students a chance to extend their knowledge and skills through additional course work and a work-based learning experience.

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Interior Design; Interior Design Fundamentals; Materials, Finishes, and Design

• Recommended Prerequisites: none

• Counts as a directed elective or elective credits for all diplomas

IMPORTANT!!!

The Principles, Concentrator A, and Concentrator B courses are all required to meet the CTE graduation pathway requirement.

If a student completes all four courses and earns the required dual credit, they should be eligible for a Technical Certificate from Ivy Tech in that pathway. 

THIS IS EQUIVALENT TO ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE COMPLETED!