The Interior Design Fundamentals Certificate prepares students to practice in various facets of the interior design profession. The program provides a curriculum focused on the basic and essential aspects of interior design with an emphasis on practical application in the field. The Interior Design Fundamentals Certificate is an entry-level certificate that affords students the opportunity to obtain specific training needed to effectively enter the workforce at the design assistant level. Students completing this certificate will be able to demonstrate skills and apply the knowledge necessary to achieve entry-level occupation in the professional interior design field. The Interior Design Fundamentals Certificate provides career and technical education to prepare students for career opportunities in: 1. interior design firms 2. architectural firms 3. kitchen and bath design firms 4. retail finishes and furnishings stores 5. commercial furniture dealerships 6. furniture and finish manufacturers
Required Courses (31 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
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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 |
Electives (4 units)
Course Number | Course Title | Units |
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ARCH057 | Architectural Model Making | 1 unit |
INTD066 | Advanced Computer Aided Design | 3 units |
INTD070 | Advanced Graphic Techniques | 3 units |
DIGM025B | Social Media Marketing | 1 unit |
Total Certificate Units: 35 units
To be awarded a certificate, a student must:
- Complete all the major requirements.
- Earn a grade of “C” or better for all required courses.