ID-101A - Introduction to Interior Design - Patrick Tremblay
| Course: | Introduction to Interior Design |
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| Professor: | Patrick Tremblay |
| Email: | Patrick.tremblay@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Hello, I have been instructing for 15 years at College of the Canyons, and I have been in this industry for 35 years as a business owner and designer. I expect you to come to class prepared to learn the Principles and Elements you will need to be a successful designer, decorator, home stager, and consultant.
Course Description
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduces the principles and elements of interior design based on function and aesthetics. Field trips may be required.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOME:
Students will learn to evaluate the appropriateness of room design based on the principles and elements of design, space planning, drafting, color, lighting, and accessorizing.
What to Expect in this Course
Everything is scheduled weekly, including assignments, journaling, drafting, exams, and finals. Please read your schedule, your reading assignments, and complete your assignments as specified in your schedule for this course.
We expect you to have the internet, a reliable computer, and a means to communicate with your instructor and fellow students. You will also need ZOOM with the class weekly.
Take part in class discussions, do your assignments, and follow along with the schedule.
You can download a free copy of a ZOOM account at www.zoom.us.com
Types of Assessments
There will be weekly written assignments, Power Points, exams, discussions, journal entries, and class participation.
Textbook Information
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK:
Interiors: An Introduction
Author:?Karla J. Nielson;?David A. Taylor
Publisher:?McGraw-Hill Companies, The
ISBN 13: 9780072965209?(978-0-07-296520-9)
Edition: 4th or 5th edition
Other Relevant Course Information
All questions will be answered in 24 hours from requests made through CANVAS.
Additional Resources
Canvas
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Online Education
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Management of Stress and Mental Health
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Library
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Last updated: 10/12/2023 Sub#: 1211