The Interior Design program is a comprehensive, professional-level curriculum focusing on the vital and basic aspects of interior design and the profession. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on the fundamental relationship between interior design, architecture, and the visual and decorative arts. The program prepares students to become professional interior designers who identify, research, and creatively solve problems pertaining to the function and quality of the interior environment.
Students acquire knowledge and skills to perform interior design services implementing the design process of synthesis, analysis, and evaluation, and the design phases including programming, space planning, aesthetics, and design documentation. Specialized knowledge of interior construction, building codes, furnishings, and equipment is developed with the ultimate goal of protecting and enhancing the health, safety, and well-being of the people who live, work, and play in built environments.
Degrees and Certificates
| Degree or Certificate Program | Award Type | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Aided Drafting & Design | Certificate of Achievement | 12 units |
| Interior Design Professional | Certificate of Achievement | 60 units |
| Interior Design Fundamentals | Associate in Science Degree | 60 units |
| Interior Design Fundamentals | Certificate of Achievement | 35 units |
Highlights
- A professional-level interior design curriculum that prepares students to enter the field with knowledge and skills for successful practice in the profession.
- An award-winning and dedicated faculty with diverse professional experience that provides students with realistic views of the profession and professional practice.
- An award-winning and diverse student population whose commitment to learning is evidenced in the quality of work produced.
- A very active student-led organization dedicated to providing professional-level extracurricular activities to enhance classroom learning and networking opportunities.