ARCHT 100 - Careers in Architecture, Interior Design and Related Fields - Holly Hitt-Zuniga
| Course: | Careers in Architecture, Interior Design and Related Fields |
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| Professor: | Holly Hitt-Zuniga |
| Email: | holly.hitt-zuniga@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Hello! My name is Holly Hitt-Zuniga and I will be your instructor for the Introduction to Interior Design course. I am a Certified Interior Designer with a Master’s Degree in Sustainable Design and am a LEED Accredited Professional with a Building Design & Construction specialty (LEED BD&C).
Course Description
Surveys careers in architecture, interior design and related fields, including degree requirements, transfer institutions, income, and employment opportunities. Field trips may be required.
What to Expect in this Course
Many students may register of online classes believing that they will be easier or less time than traditional in-person classes. While you do not have to travel to to campus for specific class times, the responsibility of managing the time for the online classes lies entirely on your shoulders. It up to you as the student to be disciplined about spending the required time to “attend“ class and complete the assignments.
Ok… so let’s learn more about these exciting professions!
Types of Assessments
Discussion posts, quizzes, short papers.
Textbook Information
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Becoming an Architect Publisher: Wiley Author: Waldrep, Lee W. ISBN 978-1118612132 Edition: 3rd edition AND REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Becoming an Interior Designer: A Guide to Careers in Design Publisher: Wiley Author: Piotrowski, Christine M. ISBN 978-0470114230 Edition: 2nd edition AND REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Becoming a Green Building Professional A Guide to Careers in Sustainable Architecture, Design, Engineering, Development and Operations Publisher: Wiley Author: Henderson, Holley ISBN 978-0470951439
Other Relevant Course Information
Feel free to contact me with any questions about this course.
You may contact me by email, I will usually respond within 24 hours.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
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- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 10/05/2021 Sub#: 693