CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR DESIGN

If you have a flair for interior design, this program presents the fundamentals and provides hands-on training in the discipline of designing interiors. Learn 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:

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

To earn the certificate, an average grade of B or higher is required, indicating successful completion of the eight required courses.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (8 of these courses are required)
	Basic Drafting for Interior Design An understanding of spatial relationships is intrinsic to interior design. The other basic requirement is a deep familiarity with architectural drawings--such as floor plans, sections,... (click on course name to read more)		NDES1-CE9143	$495
	Interior Design Studio I: Fundamental Principles Learn the basic principles of interior design and begin to draw and draft your ideas. Study key design principles, including space planning and design composition,... (click on course name to read more)		NDES1-CE9155	$645
	Lighting for Interior Designers Light has the power to dramatically transform space, influence user experience, and affect overall mood. Learn how to utilize space-transforming light techniques in your own... (click on course name to read more)		NDES1-CE9152	$645
	Interior Design Industry Whether you're considering an interior design career by starting your own company or joining an existing firm, acquire a working knowledge of the principles and... (click on course name to read more)		NDES1-CE9142	$495
	Model Construction for Interior Design Acquire the tools for studying and presenting design concepts in physical, three-dimensional form. Learn the methods and materials of model construction by building table-top models... (click on course name to read more)		NDES1-CE9157	$645
	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)		NDES1-CE9149	$645
	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)		NDES1-CE9009	$625
	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)		NDES1-CE9156	$645
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