Course Descriptions
2 units | 18 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Introduces graphic illustration software for architecture and interior design presentations. Same as ARCHT-084.
ID 091 ART AND ACCESSORIES IN INTERIOR DESIGN
1 unit | 18 hours lecture
Covers the use and application of fine collectibles, art, serigraphs, lithographs, posters, framing methods, portable light fixtures, linens and tableware in interior design. Field trips may be required.
ID 092 MERCHANDISING FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
1 unit | 18 hours lecture
Surveys retail store operations, store policies, customer service, sales techniques, and strategies used by visual merchandisers to attract customers. Field trips may be included.
ID 093 HOME STAGING AND APPLICATIONS
1.5 units | 18 hours lecture, 27 hours lab
Introduces home staging for marketability, including home staging applications. Field trips may be required. Students who have earned credit for ID 094 & 095 cannot receive credit for this course. Offered pass/nopass only.
ID 096L INTERIOR DESIGN LAB
1 unit | 54 hours lab
A lab for the currently-enrolled student who wishes to increase skills through the use of the CAD lab facility. Note: Students must attend faculty supervised weekly scheduled class time posted in printed schedule. Hours must be accrued at a time separate from any other class in which the student is also registered. This course is not a required course for any certificate or degree in the interior design program. Offered pass/no-pass only. Units do not apply to the associate degree.
ID 100 CAREERS IN ARCHITECTURE, INTERIOR DESIGN AND RELATED FIELDS
1 unit | CSU 18 hours lecture
Surveys careers in architecture, interior design and related fields, including degree requirements, transfer institutions, income, and employment opportunities. Field trips may be required. (Same as ARCHT-100).
ID 101A INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture
Introduces the principles and elements of interior design based on function and aesthetics. Field trips may be required.
ID 101B INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN LAB
1 unit | CSU 54 hours lab
Co-requisite: ID-101A
Lab component applying content from ID-101A.
ID 102 APPLIED COLOR FOR DESIGNERS
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Focuses on color concepts through two- and threedimensional design problems, theory and application of color in design and/or digital illustration. Concentrates on color systems and psychology, and appropriate color choices for various projects. Field trips may be required.
ID 104 RAPID VISUALIZATION AND ILLUSTRATION
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: ID-103
Introduces techniques for freehand drawing and illustration necessary for visual communication and presentation, including rapid sketching, and projects in pencil, pen, shading, marker and/or water color.
ID 105 INTRODUCTION TO PRODUCTION DESIGN
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture
Examines the process of production design in TV, film, and theatre, including the design process of various production team members. Educational and professional qualifications for entry into the industry are reviewed. Field trips may be required.
ID 106 TRADE RESOURCES FOR TV, FILM, AND THEATRE
2 units | CSU 18 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Explores trade resources for set decorators working in TV, film and theatre.
ID 110 ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Presents current practices in architectural drafting and construction technology focusing on a small single family residence. Drafting techniques will emphasize clarity, line weight expression and accuracy. Same as ARCHT-110.
ID 111 KITCHEN AND BATH DESIGN
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Prerequisite: ARCHT-110 or ID-110
Presents the analysis and application of the design process to space planning, materials and finish choices, codes application, and selection of specialized equipment unique to the planning of kitchens and baths. Field trips may be required.
ID 113 INTERIOR DESIGN MATERIALS AND SPECIFICATIONS
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Prerequisite: ID-101A & ID-101B
Introduces the selection, specifications, and computations for interior design materials, products and textiles for residential and commercial design. Field trips may be required.
ID 114 ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIORS HISTORY:
ANTIQUITY - CLASSICAL REVIVAL
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture
Explores the history of building styles in architecture, and the decorative arts in interior design from Antiquity to Classical Revival. Emphasis is placed on style development as it relates to social, economic, and political influences. Field trips may be required.
ID 115 ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIORS HISTORY:
CLASSICAL REVIVAL - POST MODERN
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture
Traces the development of styles in the decorative arts, architecture, and interior furnishings in the period from Classical Revival to Post Modern. Emphasizes style development as it relates to social, economic and political influences. Field trips may be required.
ID 117 LIGHTING DESIGN
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Prerequisite: ARCHT-110 or ID-110
Presents lighting design principles, applications, visual perception, properties of light color, luminaires types, and calculations. Includes energy efficient lighting practices and applicable codes and regulations, as well as written and graphic design documents. Field trips may be required.
ID 190 Design II SPACE PLANNING
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Prerequisite: ID-110 or ARCHT-110 Recommended
Preparation: ARCHT-120 and ID-101B and ID-103
Interpret required sheets, content, and order for a small set of working drawings for a single story wood frame residence. Same as ARCHT-190.
ID 207 RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Prerequisites: ID-101A and ID-101B and ID-110
Addresses residential space planning, programming, and support spaces explored through creative expression. Includes critiques and design presentations.
ID 211 ADVANCED KITCHEN AND BATH DESIGN
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Prerequisite: ARCHT-160, ID-111, ID-113, and ID-117
Introduces industry standard software to design, render and price quotes as well as ordering materials, appliances and millwork for the kitchen and bath design industry. Field trips may be required.
ID 217 ADVANCED RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
ARCHT-084 or ID-084, ID-103 or ID-104, ID-114 or
ID-115, ID-113 and ID-207
Solves residential interior design problems by focusing on the process of creating design solutions for diverse clients and diverse budgets. Portfolio pieces will be produced. Field trips may be included.
ID 219 INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO
3 units | CSU 36 hours lecture, 54 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: ID-084
Presents the process of preparing a professional interior design portfolio including an appropriate selection of work, concept improvement and methods of presentation.
ID 295 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
3 units | CSU 54 hours lecture
Presents basic principles, procedures, and office systems necessary to professionally organize and carry through a creative interior design project from the original client contract to final billing and collecting. Field trips may be required.