IND 101
Design Fundamentals.
Elements and principles of design are introduced along with the basic still set needed for further study in the interior design degree program including basic model building techniques and presentation board assembly.

IND 102
Space Planning and Human Factors.
Human factors, anthropometrics, ergonomics and proxemics are introduced as part of the rationale behind a successful design project. The student studies human behavior and applies design and behavioral principles to interior spaces designed for human safety, comfort and aesthetic pleasure.
(IND 101, 111)

IND 111
Architectural Drawing.
Students practice basic drafting skills including architectural lettering, geometric constructions, floor plans and elevations, dimensioning and drafting expression. Students learn basic architectural vocabulary, the use of drafting instruments and methods of document reproduction. An introduction to drawing interior perspectives is also included.

IND 113
Building Construction and Detailing.
Students prepare construction documents concentrating primarily on typical construction methods and the three-dimensional space. The projects included in this course allow students to study, produce, and coordinate several different types of drawings in order to concisely and effectively communicate design intent.
(IND 111)

IND 203
Interior Materials and Specifications.
Materials integrated into the basic interior from flooring materials to ceiling systems are discussed including proper installation and maintenance. Coordination of interior materials by use of product schedules and finish schedules will be introduced. Specification writing procedures and the role of the designer as the coordinator of specifications from interior materials and furnishings is developed.

IND 204
Codes and Regulations for Interior Design .
Students develop the ability to plan in accordance with basic codes for life safety through a variety of exercises, which reinforce the application of codes requirements to actual project situations.
(IND 111, 113)

IND 205
Textiles And Furnishings.
The basics of fiber, yarn, finishing and construction methods are discussed during this course. The student is introduced to textiles and furnishings with special emphasis on function and proper selection.

IND 206
Historical Interiors I.
Furnishings from classical times through the late Renaissance periods are examined in terms of historic, as well as present day, needs. Style, methods of ornamentation, use of color and significance of the period are reviewed using slides and lectures. Emphasis is on the influences of geographical locations and social, religious and economic forces of history on interiors.
(Recommendation: ART 111 taken prior to or concurrent with IND 206)

IND 207
Historical Interiors II.
The second segment of historical interiors reviews furniture and decorative arts from the Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassic periods through the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and into contemporary interiors of the early twentieth century. Focus is on the built environment as it has been influenced by geographic location as well as important social, religious, economic and political forces.

IND 210
Residential Design.
Students are involved in the creative design of complex residential spaces. Non-traditional spaces such as adaptive reuse projects and urban loft-style spaces may be incorporated into this course of study. Specification of architectural elements such as doors, windows and hardware will be included.
(IND 101, 102, 111, 113, 203)

IND 303
Presentation Techniques.
A variety of techniques is developed to communicate design intent from the designer to the client in a graphic form. Students are encouraged to develop individual presentation styles.
(ART 111, 115; IND 111, 113)

IND 304
Lighting I.
Lighting is presented as a decorative and functional element of design. Areas explored include light and texture, color, lighting sources, fixtures, schedules and switching patterns. Students develop reflected ceiling plans for small residential and commercial projects as well as designing and constructing their own original lighting.
(IND 111, 113)

IND 305
History and Theory of 20th Century Architecture and Design.
A study of the evolution of twentieth century conceptual thinking in the creative fields of architecture and interior design. Lectures include subjects such as the Bauhaus, contemporary furniture design and profiles of twentieth century architects and designers.
(IND 206, 207)

IND 307
Seminar in Design Theory.
This course examines the ways in which architects, interior designers and theorists express and conceptualize the design process and their own creative expression. Readings are drawn from significant works, which form the basis for class discussion. Through written assignments, students develop skills in analyzing and conceptualizing interior design principles.
(ENG 101, 102; IND 101, 102)

IND 311
CAD I.
This course provides an introduction to general concepts of computer-aided design and drafting with emphasis on two-dimensional drafting applications such as floor plans, furniture plans and reflected ceiling plans.
(IND 111, 113)l

IND 312
CAD II.
Further study of the capabilities of computer-aided design with more sophisticated 2D techniques and with an emphasis on drawing objects in 3D.
(IND 311)

IND 313
Computer Modeling and Visualization.
The focus of the class is an introduction to three-dimensional design with emphasis on 3-D modeling skills, the use of color and texture, creation of virtual environments, and presentation techniques. Each student will select a complete interior to model as a design exercise. Familiarity with a variety of computer applications, such as page-layout software or image editing software is recommended but not essential.
(IND 311)

IND 320
Advanced Commercial Design.
This course focuses on the specialized interiors required when planning for complex public environments such as hospitality-based venues and restaurants. Students develop concept statements, specifications, construction documents, and presentation materials. The semester culminates with a juried presentation to a panel of interior designers and architects.
(IND 310)

IND 402
Professional Practices.
Students become familiar with standard business procedures encountered in the practice of interior design from sales to estimating and quotation writing. Ethics, professional organizations and the NCIDQ exam are also topics included in discussion.
(IND 101, 102, 111, 113, 210)

IND 403
Advanced Materials And Detailing.
Coordination of interior details and section drawings will be discussed and practiced with the students’ individual furniture and lighting designs emphasized.
(ART 111, 112, 115; IND 111, 112, 203, 205, 303, 304, 306, 311, 312, 313)

IND 404
Lighting II.
An advanced examination of lighting principles is the focus for this course with special emphasis on specific lighting problems. Lighting needs for restaurant, commercial and other specialty locations will be included.
(IND 304)

IND 405
Internship.
The student will work a total of 120 hours with a residential or commercial design firm or architectural firm to gain a wide range of experience in a professional setting. The experience is chronicled in a weekly journal with a summary of the internship required at the end of the semester. The mentor completes an evaluation of the student.
(Permission of Interior Design Chair)

IND 406
Portfolio Design.
This course provides the opportunity for interior design students to develop a professional portfolio. Emphasis is placed on organizing a strong body of work focused on a plan dictated by the students’ individual career goals.
(IND 101, 102, 111, 113, 210, 310, 311, 312, 313)

IND 410
Theory and Research.
This course deals with more advanced research methodology related to the design process. Through selected readings, three-dimensional projects and individually selected research topics, a thesis question is generated culminating in a tangible project during the following semester.
(All course work for years 1-3)

IND 420
Interior Design Thesis Project.
The research from IND 410 forms the springboard for this semester-long project of the student’s choice. Instruction and guidance will be given by the course instructor. The project is presented mid-semester for critique, as well as at the end of the semester to a jury of professionals from the design and architectural community. A public exhibit of the Thesis Projects follows the final presentations to the jury.
(IND 410)