Interior Environmental Design
Course Descriptions

1358 Introduction to Architectural Drawing and Illustration

Development of perceptual skills and standard graphic language used by designers as a means to design exploration and communication. Study of architectural sketching and basic rendering techniques. Study of orthographic projection and isometrics. Work in pencil and pen. (Spring)

1355 Introduction to Architectural Design

Study of the basic criteria of design for the built environment. Integration of visual elements and organization of two and three-dimensional space with architectural form and function. Study of theories of major architects and designers and application in design. Fee. Prerequisite: INTD 1361. (Fall)

1361 Architectural Drawing I

Fundamentals of the use of architectural drawing equipment. Basic plan layouts and working drawings as a means of transmitting the designer’s intent. To include schedules and some interior elevations. Work in pencil. Fee. (Fall)

1362 Architectural Drawing II

Continuation of Architectural Drawing I. In-depth practice of working drawings in elevation and section. Study of axonometric. Work in ink. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 1361. (Fall)

2320 Construction, Architectural Components, Systems, and Codes

Introduction into the process of how buildings are put together. Emphasis is on understanding and identifying the components common to all construction. (Spring)

2363 Architectural Graphics I

Practice in various techniques of black and white and color rendering required for visual communication of the designer’s concepts. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 1361. (Fall)

2364 Color Theory

Developing sensitivity to the effects of color-physiologically, psychological, and emotionally, and the ability to control these elements through color application in various design situations. (Fall, odd numbered years)

2365 Architectural Graphics II - Continuation of Architectural Graphics I.

In-depth practice in various techniques of black and white and color rendering required for visual communication of the designer’s concepts. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 2363. (Spring)

2370 Lighting and Design

Lighting products and their applications within interior environments. Lighting trends and how to create moods with lighting techniques. Technical terminology of lighting will be explored from the architect and designer point-of-view. (Spring)

2375 Space Planning

Principles and procedures of interior and open design systems for quick planning and design of commercial layouts, to include square footage calculations. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 1361, 1362, and permission of the instructor. (Fall)

3311 Business Interiors

Examination of functional and aesthetically pleasing working environments. Psychological and physical effects on workers and clients in relationship to the designed space are analyzed. (Fall)

3350 Interior Materials

Developing good judgment in the purchase, use, and care of materials; identification of finishes, hard and soft surfacing, coloring, and application. Local field trips required. (Fall)

3362 History of Architecture and Furniture I

History of furniture interiors and architecture from Egyptian times to the French Renaissance. (Fall, even numbered years)

3363 History of Architecture and Furniture II

History of furniture interiors and architecture from the French Renaissance to the 20th Century. (Spring)

3367 Interior Design I

Introduction to solving problems for residential and commercial environments. Organizing and furnishing interiors, estimating cost of materials and furnishings. Projects to be jury critiqued. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 1361, 2370, 2363. (Fall)

3370 Interior Design II

Interior design problems of moderate scope. Studying human needs and behavioral patterns for specified environments. Design analysis and criticism of concepts. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 3367. (Spring)

3472 CADD for Interior Design (Formerly Computer Aided Drafting & Design)

Hands-on computer use with CAD software to explore space planning, architectural floor plans, elevations, and furniture layouts. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 1358, 1361, 1362. (Fall, Spring)

3375 Interior Design III

Design of larger scale interiors for residential and commercial structures. Analytical study of space and function. Developing presentation boards for color, furnishings, accessories, and building materials. Full perspective drawings with floor plan, elevations, and visual concepts.  Fee. Prerequisite: INTD 3370. (Fall)

4320 Design II

Design of simple structures and dwellings with emphasis on the process by which design evaluations and decisions are made. Study scale models and presentation drawings. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 1355, 1361, 3367, 3370. (Fall, every odd number year)

4361 Work Experience in Interior Design

Supervised experiences in an approved related work situation to give the student new training experiences and different perspectives. May be taken during junior or senior year. Fee. (Spring)

4363 Environmental Controls

Architectural factors affecting interiors in the areas of sound, lighting, insulation, mechanical and electrical systems, and personal comfort. (Fall)

4375 Interior Design IV

Advanced problems in interior design. Coordination of total project including scope of work, furniture, accessories, materials, and lighting schedules. Projects to be jury critiqued. 6 studio hours a week. Fee. Prerequisites: INTD 3375, Senior level. (Spring)

4395 Professional Practice In Interior Design

Examination of the business practice and terminology within various business formations of sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations. The study of written documents and forms; estimating and control of budgets. Fee.