The Interior Design Fundamentals Associate in Science Degree provides a curriculum focused on the basic and essential aspects of interior design with an emphasis on practical application in the field at the entry level. The degree provides students the opportunity to combine knowledge and skills acquired from both interior design studies and general education courses to practice professionally as design assistants or to continue their education in bachelor's degree programs. This program prepares students for career opportunities in interior design firms, architectural firms, kitchen and bath design firms, retail finishes and furnishings stores, commercial furniture dealerships, and furniture and finish manufacturers at the entry level.
Major Core Requirements (31 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| INTD005 | Introduction to Interior Design | 1 unit |
| INTD010 | Elements and Principles of Interior Design | 3 units |
| INTD020 | Color Theory and Application | 3 units |
| INTD022 | Finish Materials, Estimating and Costing | 3 units |
| INTD028 | Interior Construction and Building Systems | 3 units |
| INTD029 | Green and Sustainable Design | 3 units |
| INTD032 | Graphics Techniques for Interior Design | 3 units |
| INTD036 | History of Interior Design | 3 units |
| INTD050 | Kitchen & Bath Design | 3 units |
| INTD065 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Interior Design | 3 units |
| INTD075 | Lighting Design | 3 units |
Major Electives (4 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH057 | Architectural Model Making | 1 unit |
| GDES012B | Social Media Marketing | 1 unit |
| INTD035C | Design of Historic Interiors | 3 units |
| INTD045 | Professional Practice | 3 units |
| INTD066 | Advanced Computer Aided Design | 3 units |
| INTD070 | Advanced Graphic Techniques | 3 units |
| INTD085 | Design Detailing | 3 units |
| INTD090A | Interior Design Internship | 3 units |
Total Major Units: 35 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC, CSU-Breadth, or IGETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor’s degree should complete the CSU-Breadth or IGETC General Education pattern.
- Complete additional degree applicable units to meet the minimum 60-unit Associate Degree requirements.