2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Category: Academic Programs & Courses

2026-2027 Academic Catalog

  • DIL-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

    (This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.,
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    , SUMMER 2026,
    ,Art and Design in Japan,
    ,In this Faculty-Led study abroad program, students,will travel around Japan and see the sights that,Tokyo, Mount Fuji, and Kyoto have to offer. The,program will expose students to many aspects of,Japanese culture such as tea ceremonies, kyo-mai,dance, temples, and the art and design that embody,Japan. Students will also visit museums including,the Tokyo National Museum which holds the largest,collection of art in the country. This program,will serve as a great experiential learning,opportunity to explore more about art and design,in another culture.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: SLP 007

  • DIL-505 AICAD EXCHANGE

    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 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: DIL 246, DIL 247, DIL 261, DIL 270, DIL 281

  • DIL-515 STUDY ABROAD

    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: DIL 246, DIL 247, DIL 261, DIL 270, DIL 281

  • DIN-127 FRESHMAN INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO I

    In this course, students are introduced to the,technical drawing and graphic communication skills,required for success in the field of interior,design. A variety of black and white media used,to communicate design concepts and create ideation,sketches and presentation techniques are explored.,Emphasis is on understanding concepts that develop,creative thinking processes.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DIN-128 FRESHMAN INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

    This course emphasizes further exploration of,technical illustration approaches that can be,combined to produce informative presentations.,Focus is on perspective techniques, section and,isometric drawing, developing color plans,,elevations and illustrations for presentations. A,variety of approaches to color media may be,introduced, along with continued hand-lettering,exercises from which students develop presentation,skills appropriate to the interior design field.,Prismacolor, markers, pastel and watercolor may be,incorporated.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 127

  • DIN-130 RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO

    In this course, emphasis is placed on residential,design projects in which students develop methods,for creative problem solving. Students learn to,create plans and package their ideas from,preliminary design concepts. The study of basic,design elements and principles are considered.,Contemporary issues relative to interior design,are explored and issues related to human,needs-diverse users from an inclusive design,standpoint, functions and spatial proportions in,the built environment.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 127

  • DIN-205 TEXTILES

    Textile design and construction, cultural and,period specific contexts are surveyed in,this course. Students will identify and explore,woven, knitted, off-loom and finishing techniques,,as well as performance characteristics, basic,textile chemistry and testing procedure. Health,and safety standards that affect the selection,,specification and application of textiles in the,interior environment are examined.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DIN-220 AUTO CAD I/ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING

    In this course, students are acquainted with,computer-aided drafting (CAD) for interior design,by constructing detailed documents and plans. The,course is designed to introduce students to the,technologies used in the interior design field for,the appropriate preparation of documents.,Students’ expand their knowledge of dimensioning,spaces through the development of plans,,elevations, sections, interior details and other,standard conventions that are part of construction,documents. Concepts are introduced in this class,where students will look at how humans respond to,environments, including ADA, inclusive and,universal design.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 130

  • DIN-231 SOPHOMORE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO I

    In this course, students explore the design of a,large-scale mixed use residential/mercantile space,through creative thinking and problem solving.,Students learn to design for public spaces, based,on planning and programming techniques introduced,in Residential Interior Design Studio. Students,are encouraged to depict diverse users applying,universal and inclusive design. Preliminary,sketches, plans, and research as well as verbal,presentations are required.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 130

  • DIN-232 SOPHOMORE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

    In this course, students explore the design of,commercial spaces within a specialized,environment. Students incorporate creative design,solutions to unique situations while resolving,common issues related to public facilities,applying universal and inclusive design concepts.,More complex application of design principles and,procedures are achieved. Model making or building,is required in this course. Students interact with,practicing professionals, critics and jurors.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DIN 220, DIN 231,DIN 270