Faculty: Vocational School The Interior Design major focuses on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and safe interior spaces. Students develop skills in space planning, design principles, material selection, and project management. Graduates are prepared for careers in interior design firms, architectural practices, and design consultancies. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of interior design and space planning. - Develop skills in design principles, material selection, and color theory. - Learn techniques for creating functional and aesthetically pleasing interior spaces. - Explore principles of sustainability, ergonomics, and building codes. - Analyze and interpret design trends and client needs. - Develop critical thinking, creativity, and technical skills for effective interior design practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Interior Design** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in interior design. - Fundamentals of space planning, design elements, and industry trends. 2. **Space Planning** - Principles of space planning, including layout, circulation, and functional zoning. - Techniques for creating efficient and functional interior spaces. 3. **Design Principles** - Principles of design, including color theory, lighting, and aesthetics. - Techniques for applying design principles to create visually appealing and harmonious spaces. 4. **Material Selection** - Principles of material selection, including durability, aesthetics, and sustainability. - Techniques for choosing and integrating materials into interior designs. 5. **Sustainability in Design** - Principles of sustainability in design, including energy efficiency, renewable materials, and green building practices. - Techniques for designing sustainable and eco-friendly interior spaces. 6. **Ergonomics and Building Codes** - Principles of ergonomics, including human factors, comfort, and safety. - Techniques for ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. 7. **Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM)** - Principles of CAD and BIM in interior design. - Techniques for using software tools to design and model interior spaces. 8. **Project Management** - Principles of project management, including planning, budgeting, and coordination. - Techniques for managing interior design projects from concept to completion. 9. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in interior design settings, including internships and hands-on projects in design firms, architectural practices, or consultancies. - Application of learned skills in practical design scenarios. 10. **Capstone Project in Interior Design** - Comprehensive project applying skills in space planning, design principles, or material selection. - Delivery of a polished design project, portfolio, or presentation. **Assessment Methods:** - Space planning projects, design principle analyses, material selection studies, sustainability reports, ergonomics and building code compliance plans, CAD/BIM projects, project management plans, internship/practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Interior Design" by various authors. - "Space Planning" by Francis D.K. Ching. - "Design Principles" by various authors. - "Material Selection" by various authors. - "Sustainability in Design" by various authors. - "Ergonomics and Building Codes" by various authors. - "CAD and BIM in Interior Design" by various authors. - "Project Management in Design" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of art, design, and architecture. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, internships, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Interior Design and pursue further education or professional certifications, such as those offered by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) or the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. **Target Audience:** Aspiring interior designers, design consultants, and professionals seeking careers in interior design firms, architectural practices, and design consultancies. This major equips students with the creative, technical, and project management skills needed to excel in interior design, supporting careers in various design and sustainability-related roles.