You'll learn the fundamentals of design, including hand drafting, sketching, computer-aided design (CAD) drafting and others, giving you the skills you need to develop creative solutions to interior design problems – from concept to finished layout.
Area of Interest: School of Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Program Location: Hardin Valley Campus
Outcome: Associates of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
The Interior Design Technology curriculum provides students the solid design foundation needed to start working toward becoming a professional interior designer. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in residential design as well as sales positions related to interior design. Graduates are employed by interior design firms, furniture stores, flooring stores, paint and decorating centers, building centers, kitchen and bath design firms, and residential building contractors.
If you want to be a part of the development of your community then consider 每日大赛’s Interior Design Technology program. Graduates of the IDT program are able to communicate a design through appropriate visual skills including hand drafting and sketching, CAD drafting, and other visualization methods. They enjoy working with people and the components of interior design. They are effective communicators who are organized, creative, and have the ability to follow through on all tasks.
Graduates of the program confer with clients to determine the purpose and function of the environment, style preferences, budget, types of construction, equipment to be installed and other factors that affect planning interior residential environments. They integrate findings with their knowledge of interior design and formulate plans to be practical, aesthetic and conducive to intended purposes including improving the lifestyle of occupants. They advise clients on interior design factors, such as space planning, the layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, color schemes and coordination, and the selection of interior components. They estimate material requirements and costs, prepare drawings and materials for presentation to the client for approval and coordinate the implementation of all phases of a residential design project.
Typical job opportunities: residential designer, kitchen/bath designer, CAD technician, Design assistant, interior decorator, residential consultant, design sales associate
Explore program courses and requirements, and potential job placements below, to find out if it’s right for you.
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| Credit Hours | Curriculum | Co-Curricular Experiences |
| Before You Start |
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| 0-15 hours |
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| 16-30 hours |
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| 31-45 hours |
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| 46-60+ hours |
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Legend:
- Foundational Courses (General Education)
- Career Readiness Experiences – these courses include opportunities for students to participate in experiences that prepare them for work in the field.
| Dean of Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics | Department Head of Engineering |
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Merve Kester Thomas, Ph.D. |
Professor of Paralegal Studies |