DIN-331 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO I

This comprehensive design studio incorporates the,specialized attributes of lighting while creating,design solutions for a large-scale project.,Students apply AutoCad technology and knowledge of,building codes, universal and inclusive design,principles in presenting design solutions.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 232, DIN 270

DIN-332 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

The focus of this course is a comprehensive studio,design problem that involves a large-scale,commercial space. Projects require the application,of concepts of programming space analysis, ,inclusive design, planning and creative problem,solving. A set of plans, working sketches and,models, presentation materials and research, as,well as verbal presentations may be required.,Design issues to be resolved challenge students to,develop innovative solutions for the built,environment, while providing for the health,,safety and welfare of the public.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 331, DIN 351,DIN 363

DIN-335 PORTFOLIO PREPARATION

In this course, students develop the ability to,package their collective body of work into a,family of marketing tools representing their,abilities as a designer. The course focuses on,the review, analysis, preparation, and/or,improvement of the student’s portfolio. Based on,personal goals and faculty assessment, students,develop mechanisms to market their skills. These,include developing a resume, looking at format and,layout, research for website design, print,,communications, and other appropriate personal,marketing material.

Credits: 1.5

Prerequisites: DIN 232

DIN-351 LAWS, CODES AND STANDARDS

This course reviews the legal standards employed,by professional interior designers to determine,code requirements in primarily commercial,settings. Students develop an understanding of,the use of reference materials and research,procedures as they apply to interior design. BOCA,,NFPA, ADA and ADAAG are referenced, as well as the,International Building Codes.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DIN-431 SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO I

In this course, a professional project,encompassing knowledge and skills gained in,previous years, is developed. Projects may include,an internship, workshop or mentor experience and,is meant to be an intensive ulmination/integration,project that highlights the student’s portfolio.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 332, DIN 351

DIN-432 SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

In this course, a professional project,encompassing knowledge and skills of previous,years is developed. Projects may include an,internship, workshop or mentor experience and is,meant to be an intensive culmination/integration,project that highlights the student’s portfolio.,The project uses parallel requirements to the,NCIDQ (National Certification for Interior Design,Qualification) exam in order to prepare students,for this certification examination.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 431

DIN-434 BUSINESS PRACTICES SEMINAR

In this course, fundamentals of the business of,interior design are covered including operations,,communications and the ethical, legal and,financial responsibilities of the practitioner.,NCIDQ standards are followed through practice,examinations. Students are given the opportunity,to review their portfolios. Emphasis is placed on,effective design presentation for interviewing,and communicating with industry professionals and,prospective clients. All aspects of a design,practice are explored from the initial client,contact and include the business practices,specific to the industry.

Credits: 1.5

Prerequisites: DIN 332

DIN-475 INTERIOR DESIGN INTERNSHIP

Participation in an internship experience allows,students to use classroom-learned skills in a,related employment experience. Students must work,a minimum of 135 hours over the course of the,entire semester. To participate students must be,of junior or senior status with completion of,freshman and sophomore studios. Students must,have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8. Seniors may,not be eligible to participate in an internship,during their final semester. Transfer students,must have attended one semester at CCS in addition,to meeting the other eligibility criteria.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DIN-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,,
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,MASONITE,In this course, a professional project,encompassing knowledge and skills gained in,previous years, is developed. Projects may include,an internship, workshop or mentor experience and,is meant to be an intensive,culmination/integration project that highlights,the student’s portfolio.,Department permission is required for registration

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: