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nterior designers draw upon many disciplines to enhance the function, safety, and aesthetics of interior spaces. Their main concerns are with how different colors, textures, furniture, lighting, and space work together to meet the needs of a building’s occupants. Designers plan interior spaces of almost every type of building, including offices, airport terminals, theaters, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, and private residences. Three areas of design that are becoming increasingly popular are ergonomic design, elder design, and environmental—or green—design. Ergonomic design involves designing work spaces and furniture that emphasize good posture and minimize muscle strain on the body. Elder design involves planning interior space to aid in the movement of people who are elderly and disabled. Green design involves selecting furniture and carpets that are free of chemicals and hypoallergenic, and selecting construction materials that are energy-efficient or are made from renewable resources. Employment of interior designers is expected to grow 19 percent from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for all occupations. An increasing interest in interior design and awareness of its benefits will increase demand for designers. As businesses realize the improvements that can be made to worker and customer satisfaction through good design, they will use interior designers to redesign their offices and stores. The Interior Design program at Davis College prepares graduates with visual design skills, planning and designing interior spaces capabilities, and awareness of sustainability or “green” issues. Information regarding the nature of the work, job outlook, and earnings is taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010–2011 edition (www.bls.gov/oco).
The Program Interior Design Associate Degree The Interior Design Associate Degree program is designed to prepare students for positions within the interior design profession. This program integrates problem-solving abilities, aesthetics, technical skills, and communication skills in planning and designing interior spaces. Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Business degree with a major in Interior Design, the Davis College graduate will be prepared to: Apply the elements and principles of design to create a visual language appropriate for interior design, which includes the creation and drafting of functional space plans and floor plans, and the incorporation of finishes, window treatments, and furniture into a cohesive interior environment. Use technology that is appropriate for interior design professional practice including industry standard computer aided drafting software. Analyze and evaluate his/her work in terms of the design elements and principles, project requirements, and client needs. Apply the principles and intentions of the General Education and Business Core purposes.
Interior Design Associate Degree Program Outline
Course No. Course Title Cr. Hrs. DSN101* Drawing Principles 3 DSN105* Drawing Concepts 3 DSN110* 2D Design 3 DSN115* 3D Design 3 DSN140* Color Principles 3 INT110* History of Interior Design: Prehistoric to Early American 3 INT120* History of Interior Design: Early American to Present 3 INT130* Drafting Techniques 3 INT138* Textiles 3 INT220 Interior Design: Residential 3 INT230 Interior Design: Commercial 3 INT231 Space Planning 3 INT232 Computer Aided Drafting and Design 3 INT234 Advanced Computer Aided Drafting and Design 3 INT235 Window Treatments 3 INT243 Interior Design Externship 4 INT244 Lighting 3 CAS/CIS/WPR Computer Elective 3 MGT102 Introduction to Business 5 MKT201 Marketing 5 MKT--- Marketing Elective (MKT206,MKT221, MKT239) 4 OAM223 Business Communications 4 COM121 Composition I 5 COM122 Composition II 4 COM--- Communication Elective (COM201, COM202) 4 HUM--- Humanities Elective 3 MTH102 Introductory Algebra I 5 SCI--- Science Elective 3 SSC201 Economics 4 SSC--- Social Science Elective 4 IDS110* Forum on Technology and Resources 5 Total Program Hours 110
The Davis Advantage Field trips to area interior design offices allow you to observe real-world design activities Biannual Chicago trip immerses you in design culture and history The annual Student Exhibition and Competition allows you to display your work to the public and compete for awards Externship experiences provide you with opportunities to observe real-world interior design activities.
Professional Alliances Our American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) student chapter provides you with opportunities to connect with other regional interior design professionals, educators, and students. We are an IIDA Certified Campus Center (Ohio/Kentucky Chapter)
Alumni Success Interior design graduates have been hired at The Collaborative, SSOE, Famous Supply, Betty Rumpf Interiors, Boxell Interiors, Clair David Office Furniture, Bob Miller Interiors, and Samsen Furniture Interior Design. Since 1996 Davis College graduates have also designed the interiors of several homes in the Parade of Homes.
Community Involvement Interior design students, faculty, and alumni redesigned rooms at the Battered Women’s Shelter. Interior design students took part in the Canstruction Competition and won the People’s Choice award. Interior design students participated in the Maumee Uptown Business Association Window Display competition.
It’s All About Where You’re Going
The Instructors
Over 36 years teaching experience ensures that you are learning from experts in the field
Janet Weber Sally Mielcarek Program Director Interior Design Master Instructor B.A., Art, University of Toledo B.A., Art History, University of Toledo LEED AP
Master Instructor B.A., Bowling Green State University
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