4/23/2024 6:31:12 AM	INDE 20 Course Outline as of Spring 2007	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  INDE 20	Title:  INTRO INTERIOR DESG
Full Title:  Introduction to Interior Design
Last Reviewed:11/14/2022

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	3.00		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	52.50
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	0		17.5 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	3.00			Contact Total	52.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  105.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  INDE 61.1

Catalog Description:

This course covers interior design principles and elements; influences of historical, cultural and functional design factors; and the selection and arrangement of interior furnishings and materials. Career options in interior design will be included.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100A or ENGL 100.

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

This course covers interior design principles and elements; influences of historical, cultural and functional design factors and the selection and arrangement of interior furnishings and materials. Career options in interior design will be included.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100A or ENGL 100.
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Spring 1993	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2005	Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1.   Analyze the influence of historical and cultural factors in the

    development of current interior trends.

2.   Evaluate the use of the principles and elements of design in

    interiors.

3.   Synthesize the seven elements of design and the five general

    principles of design into a successful interior design project.

4.   Differentiate among various color systems common to the design

    industry.

5.   Use color theory to create harmonious color schemes for interior

    design projects.

6.   Compare and contrast different room plans and evaluate how

    successful the plan is aesthetically and functionally design.

7.   Select and combine interior elements, colors, materials, and space

    plans to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing interior.

8.   Describe the values, themes, and methods of the interior design

    profession.

9.   Identify realistic career objectives in interior design and assess

    own interests and preferences.

10.  Perform research specific to the discipline and use appropriate

    citation style.

Topics and Scope

I.   Interior Design Profession

    A. Historical overview

    B. Cultural factors in the development of current interior trends

    C. Values, themes, and methods

    D. Ethics in practice

    E. Developing a client profile

    F. Developing and organizing a design library

    G. Career options in interior design

II.  Elements of Design

    A.  Line

    B.  Color

    C.  Light

    D.  Space

    E.  Texture

    F.  Pattern

    G.  Form

III. Principles of Design

    A.  Balance

    B.  Rhythm

    C.  Emphasis

    D.  Proportion and scale

    E.  Harmony/unity

IV.  Color

    A.  Color systems

        1. Brewster / Prang

        2. Ostwald

        3. Munsell

        4. Pantone

        5. Key 1 / Key 2

    B.  Color theory

        1. Terminology

        2. Color harmony

        3. Effects of hue, value, intensity

        4. Tints, shades, tones, and neutralization of colors

        5. Psychological effects of color

V. Evaluation of Floor Plans

    A. Traffic patterns

    B. Functional usage zones

    C. Aesthetic elements

    D. Space planning

       1. floor plan sketches

       2. measuring room dimensions

VI. Interior Elements

    A. Furniture selection, types and materials

    B. Window treatments

    C. Floor coverings

    D. Wall coverings and accessories

VII.  Introduction to discipline-specific research tools

    A. Seminal books

    B. Important periodicals

    C. Major indexing sources

    D. Professional or trade organizations

    E. Standard reference tools

    F. Discipline specific tools and major web sites

Assignments:

Representative assignments:

1.  Reading, approximately 10-25 pages per week.

2.  Write 3 abstracts of selected articles or chapters related to elements

   and/or principles of interior design. Document sources.

3.  Glossary file: assemble and organize resources and information

   (visual, print, professional, etc.) related to interior design and

   design elements.

4.  Two model home visitations. Complete written questionnaire regarding

   interior design elements for each.

5.  Research job title(s) and give oral presentation (3-5 minutes).

6.  Complete a client profile questionnaire.

7.  Create a color wheel and value chart using primary, secondary and

   tertiary colors.

8.  Compile class notes, abstracts, and other assignments and organize

   into a notebook.

9.  Assemble a color board demonstrating the combination of harmonious

   colors and design elements for a family room, living room, or bedroom.

10. Two tests (one essay, one objective); final exam.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 5 - 10%
Abstracts; questionnaire.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 10 - 20%
Model home visitations; color wheel.
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 30 - 40%
Color board; glossary; oral presentation.
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 10 - 20%
Multiple choice, Matching items, Completion, SHORT ESSAY
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 10 - 20%
Attendance and class participation; oral presentation; notebook.

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Nielson, Karla J. and Taylor, David A. Interiors: An Introduction, 4th ed.

McGraw Hill, 2007.

Gibbs, Jenny. Interior Design: A Practical Guide. Harry N. Abrams, 2005.

Faulkner, Ray and Sarah. Inside Today's Home. Wadsworth, 6th Edition,

1994.

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