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Interior Design
Gallatin College
(406) 994-5536
DE 094 PCE TOPIC DE 161 INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN DE 162 INTERIOR DESIGN GRAPHICS DE 163 PRESENTATION DRAWING DE 164 HISTORIC INTERIORS DE 165 CONTEMPORARY INTERIORS DE 166 TEXTILES AND INTERIOR FINISHES DE 168 SPACE PLANNING DE 194 PCE TOPIC DE 261 FIELD STUDY DE 262 STUDIO I DE 263 STUDIO III DE 264 LIGHT, COLOR, AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS DE 265 PROFFESSIONAL PRACTICES DE 270 KITCHEN AND BATH I DE 271 KITCHEN AND BATH II DE 273 CAD FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
DE 094 PCE TOPIC
--Non-credit professional and continuing education (PCE) courses offered
to provide condensed coursework to meet the needs of working students
and professionals. These courses are eligible for Continuing Education
Units (CEU's) and OPI Renewal Units and are transcripted on the student's
continuing education transcript.
DE 161 INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN
F,S 3 cr.
--This course introduces design as it relates to interior design, architecture
and related professions, through the study of the elements and principles
of design and the ways in which humans interact with designed environments
and elements.
DE 162 INTERIOR DESIGN GRAPHICS
F 3 cr.
--This course introduces design as it relates to interior design, architecture
and related professions, through the study of the elements and principles
of design and the ways in which humans interact with designed environments
and elements.
DE 163 PRESENTATION DRAWING
S 3 cr.
Prerequisite: DE 162 or equivalent --Interior Design Graphics provides
interior design students with a basic knowledge of building structures,
construction techniques and building materials. It introduces the technical
skills needed to read and produce drawings used in the practice of interior
design, including floor plans, interior elevations, reflected ceiling
plans and detail drawings.
DE 164 HISTORIC INTERIORS
F 3 cr.
--This course offers exposure to stylistic variations found in interior
design of the ancient world and traditional Europe. Students will become
aware of how these styles have been the impetus for pre-1900 architecture
and decorative arts in America.
DE 165 COMTEMPORARY INTERIORS
S 3 cr.
--This course is a continuation of the study of the development of the
interior environment from the 19th century to the present. The difference
in the basic philosophy between 19th and 21st century design is emphasized.
DE 166 TEXTILES AND INTERIOR FINISHES
S 3 cr.
--This course includes the study of textiles and interior finishes used
by interior designers. Students will gain familiarity with a wide range
of textile products used in both residential and commercial interiors
including fiber content and yarn type, application and labeling, performance
and maintenance. Students will also study the range and application
of wall, ceiling and floor finish materials commonly used in interior
design.
DE 168 SPACE PLANNING
S 3 cr.
--This course explores the physical and psychological concepts pertaining
to interior spaces. Students work with commercial design programs, schematic
planning tools, commercial furniture, and universal design concepts
to create functional space plans that meet program criteria. Students
will explore space planning in relationship to plumbing and mechanical
systems and apply NKBA kitchen and bath space planning guidelines. The
basic space planning skills and terminology learned are applicable to
the NCIDQ exam.
DE 194 PCE TOPIC
Credits varies (sufficient demand).
--Credit-bearing professional and continuing education (PCE) courses
offered to provide students and professionals condensed courses for
skills upgrades, Professional Certification requirements, and as electives
for the Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degrees.
These courses may be eligible for financial aid for students pursuing
the AA or AS degrees and are transcripted on the student's undergraduate
transcript.
DE 261 FIELD STUDY
Su 3-5cr.
--This course is a variable credit class which gives the student 90
or 160 hours of experience in the daily operation of an interior design
firm or a related business. It provides monitored experience in dealing
with clients, customers and other business persons. The student will
encounter opportunities to utilize skills and knowledge acquired in
previous interior design courses. The discussion and reporting component
of this class will be managed online. Students will be expected to give
a brief presentation describing their experience when they return to
school fall semester.
DE 262 STUDIO I
F 4 cr.
Prerequisite: Completion of all 100-level technical courses.
--This course is a laboratory experience with real-life & hypothetical
design projects. The focus of Studio I is primarily residential. Students
will develop 2 or 3 complete presentations including but not limited
to floor plans, interior elevations, interior perspectives, color board,
room finish schedule, and a budget. Students will make oral presentations
using the presentation boards to illustrate their design solutions.
DE 263 STUDIO II
S 4 cr.
Prerequisite: Completion of all DE courses, DE 264 and DE 267/DE 273.
--Studio II is an advanced laboratory class which focuses on commercial
design projects, some for actual clients. Advanced space planning, utilization
of appropriate codes and specification writing will be covered. Students
will develop 2-3 complete presentations including but not limited to
floor plans, interior elevations, interior perspectives, color boards,
and specification schedules. Students will make oral presentations using
the presentation boards and CAD drawings to illustrate their design
solutions.
DE 264 LIGHT, COLOR, AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS
S 3 cr.
Prerequisite: DE 161, DE 162.
--This course is a continuation of previous experience in color and
lighting systems. Students will explore color theory, human response
to color, and the properties of light and color. Students will also
gain knowledge in lighting systems and specification of lamps and fixtures.
The student will learn practical methods for applying these elements
of design and demonstrate competency in color usage and lighting systems
by designing projects including reflected ceiling plans, lighting and
color specification.
DE 265 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
S 3 cr.
Prerequisite: Completion of all 100-level technical courses, DE 262.
--This course is an introduction to business principles and practices
related to the interior design profession. Topics include business procedures,
methods of charging, and steps involved in business formation. Use of
contracts and specifications to achieve desired objectives is covered,
as is marketing of professional services and promotion of the firm.
A portfolio, resume and cover letter will be completed during this class.
DE 270 KITCHEN AND BATH I
F 3 cr.
Prerequisite: Completion of all 100-level technical courses.
--Using the National Kitchen and Bath Association guidelines, students
will learn the fundamentals of kitchen and bath design, using NKBA's
drawing and presentation standards. Analysis of client needs, specifying
products, creating design solutions, residential plumbing and mechanical
systems, project drawing and documentation will also be covered.
DE 271 KITCHEN AND BATH II
S 3 cr.
Prerequisite: DE 270.
--This studio course is a continuation of Kitchen and Bath I, with a
special emphasis on baths. There will be further exploration into products,
and more advanced design solutions.
DE 273 CAD FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
S 4 cr.
--The interior design student will learn basic commands in AutoCAD,
and then apply these applications to the creation of residential and
commercial construction drawings, furniture plans and 3D rendering using
AutoCAD. Topics covered include drawing set-up, creation, 2D and 3D
color rendering, and plotting.
