Category: Interior Design

Human perception of the environment influences,behavior, mood and productivity. In this course,,students develop awareness of ergonomics and,anthropometrics in terms of human dimensions and,movement.,Proxemics, the study of personal space needs, are,also explored while visual perception and dynamics,of color are applied in three-dimensional spaces.,The psychological needs of special populations,(impaired, elderly, children, etc.) are also,investigated. This course provides students with,an awareness of how human needs at home and in the,workplace influence design decisions and impact,quality of life.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

Through the College’s affiliation with the,Association of Independent Colleges of Art and,Design, junior or first semester senior students,in good academic standing have the opportunity to,spend a semester (fall or winter) or a full year,studying at another member institution in the,United States or abroad. Application information,is available in the Academic Advising and,Registration Office.

Credits: 12

Prerequisites:

In this course, students advance the AutoCad,skills developed in AutoCad I to produce a,comprehensive set of CAD documents to coincide,with their studio project. This course develops,2D and 3D drafting skills to provide an,introduction to DIN 311. Custom built-ins,,millwork details, lighting design plans, as well,as finish schedules and specifications, complete,the set of drawings. Building systems (mechanical,,electrical, structural, etc.) are explored to,provide an understanding of building components in,residential and commercial structures and how,humans interact with their environments. The,documents developed will display inclusive and,universal design including ramps, access to,elevators etc.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 220

Junior or first semester senior students in good,academic standing have the opportunity to spend a,semester (fall or winter) or a full year of study,at an accredited institution abroad. Information,is available from International Student Services.

Credits: 12

Prerequisites:

This studio introduces students to computer,modeling, rendering and animation of 3D forms,and the use of computers in applying textures to,surfaces within architectural interiors.,Lighting principles, camera placement and,movement introduce students to 3D modeling and,animation.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 270

This advanced studio emphasizes walk-through,animation of interior studio projects. Digital,output of stills and animation make strong,additions to senior portfolios. Students are,encouraged to depict diverse users applying,universal and inclusive design.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DIN 311