CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR DESIGN

This intensive program presents the fundamentals of interior design and provides hands-on training in the discipline of building and designing interiors. Learn how to design and implement all aspects of project design--space planning, fabric selection, drawings, furniture specification, accessories, design presentation, and setting up jobs within time and budget constraints.

Upon completion of the program, students possess:

• An understanding of design fundamentals, including color and light theory.
• Experience practicing interior design and space planning, as well as furniture layouts and planning.
• Ability to execute professional presentation skills (sketching and drafting) and knowledge of business practices.
• Practice with mechanical drawing and drafting.
• Ability to solve design problems and an understanding of the needs for different projects--from corporate to residential.
• Understanding of human factors that impact design for interiors such as scale, materials, and structures.
• Knowledge of materials and finishes used for various projects.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (8 of these courses are required)
	Presentation Techniques for Interior Designers Communicate your concepts with confidence and panache. A successful designer must be sensitive to the client's needs and maintain a rapport based on trust. The... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9009	$565
	Interior Design Business Whether you're considering a career in interior design by starting your own company or by joining an established design firm, get a working knowledge of... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9142	$430
	Basic Drafting for Interior Designers Understanding spatial relationships is intrinsic to interior design. A deep familiarity with architectural drawings--such as floor plans, sections, elevations, detail drawings, and isometric drawings--is a... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9143	$430
	Sourcing for Interior Design Learn about diverse products and services available to the interior designer and their use in decorating home and office spaces. Through lectures, field trips, guest... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9149	$565
	Lighting Design for Interior Designers Light has the power to dramatically transform space, influence user experience, and affect overall mood. Find out how to utilize space-transforming light techniques in your... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9152	$565
	Interior Design Studio I: Fundamental Principles In this hands-on course, you learn the basic principles of interior design and begin to draw and draft your ideas. Study key design principles, including... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9155	$565
	Interior Design Studio II: Applied Design This second-level course deals with our relation to space, form, and environment. Emphasis is on spatial problem-solving; how human factors influence design; and applying design... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9156	$565
	Model Construction for Interior Design In this hands-on course, acquire the tools for studying and presenting design concepts in three-dimensional form, and learn the methods and materials of model construction.... (click on course name to read more)		X36.9157	$565

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