INTERIOR DESIGN
It is everyone’s desire to live and work in more comfortable, functional, yet beautiful spaces. Unfortunately, not everyone has the creativity or knowledge of how to design such spaces.Therefore, interior designers have been available to meet the needs for better living and working environments.The demand for interior design services has grown rapidly over the past decade.This certificate program is designed to equip you with the basic knowledge of Interior Design.You will learn how to approach clients needs both creatively and analytically.You will study color, lighting, material forces and other elements associated with the design industry.You will also be taught how to relay ideas visually in sketches and models, as well as orally and in writing. If you are a creative, detail/accuracy oriented, self disciplined individual, then this may be the career for you.
REQUIRED COURSES: (120
HRS)
• AEG 160 – INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN & SPACE PLANNING (32 HRS, $225) • AEG 080 – INTRODUCTION TO DRAFTING (32 HRS, $225) • AEG 061 – COLOR AND LIGHTING (18 HRS, $109) • AEG 062 – SKETCHING, PERSPECTIVE AND RENDERING (20 HRS, $129) • AEG 063 – MATERIALS: FABRIC, WALLCOVERING, FLOORING, WINDOW TREATMENT, ACCESSORIES (18HRS, $135)
Courses may be taken in any order.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR THIS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM:
AEG 160 – Introduction to Interior Design & Space Planning
In this studio course, participants will learn design principles, how to develop creative concept through programming/problem solving, and how to apply this to two-dimensional design. Students will plan and design several different types of spaces, learn to communicate through drawings such as floor plans, elevation, reflected ceiling plans and through proper presentation.
AEG 080 – Introduction to Drafting
In this studio course you will learn the basic architectural/interior design drafting techniques, from proper use of drafting materials and tools, to line work, hand lettering and scale to orthographic projection. You will learn how to draft and dimension actual floor plans, elevation, section, etc.
AEG 061 – Color and Lighting
Learn the basic theory and fundamentals of color, the different types and use of lighting, how they effect the interior spaces, and their application. Basic lighting design will also be taught.
AEG 062 – Sketching, Perspective and Rendering
In this studio course, students will learn how to communicate their ideas through basic quick sketches, free hand perspective drawing, grid method one point perspective and rendering using different media and techniques.
AEG 063 – Materials: Fabric,Wall Covering, Flooring, Window Treatment,Accessories
In this course you will learn the different characteristics of the various textiles, wall coverings, floor materials and their application in interior spaces. Many types of window treatments and their proper application will also be discussed.
Faculty Program Chairperson: Keith Johns Email: johnsinteriordesign@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS:
A Union County College Professional Certificate program is comprised of a series of courses that cover a consistent body of study in a specific discipline. Programs are developed with the guidance of the professional organization that represents the discipline, or by one or more professionals in the field. Students who successfully complete the entire series of offerings within a program earn a professional certificate, which is a credential endorsed by Union County College. REQUIREMENTS: Each Certificate Program has required courses. Some may also have elective courses. Choose courses to fit your personal schedule. You do not have to take the courses in any particular order, unless otherwise noted. For each course in your certificate series, you must meet the attendance requirement, earn a PASS (grading is Pass/Fail) and complete all assignments. Also, take at least one course per semester until you’ve met your program’s requirements. Complete the Certificate Program form, available in the Continuing Education Office. At the completion of the program, notify the department in writing, listing your courses by code, title, and start date, so that we may issue you a certificate of completion. JOB SEARCH AND PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE: At no additional cost, your completion of a Certificate Program makes you eligible to sign up for workshops in resume writing on a space-available basis. Job Placement Assistance is available to non-credit students enrolled in all Continuing Education Certificate Programs.
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