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2023-2024 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Interior Design Associate Diploma

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Total Credits: 48

Major Number: 5617
CIP Code: 50.0408

Program Description

Students who complete the Interior Design diploma are able to meet customer/client needs, design the interior furnishings of residences, and specify and sell the products and services required for implementation of that design.

Program Prerequisites

  1. Course placement into college-level English and Reading OR completion of ENGL 0950  with a grade of C or higher OR completion of RDNG 0940  with a grade of C or higher and qualifying English Placement Exam OR completion of RDNG 0950  with a grade of C or higher and ENGL 0090  with a grade of C or higher OR completion of ESOL 0051  with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0052  with a grade of C or higher.
  2. Those individuals with prior higher education/college credits may be exempt from ENGL and RDNG placement testing and/or prerequisites with proof of course completion; official transcripts for all prior colleges must be sent to the college for exemption evaluations.
  3. INTD 1040 - Elements of Interior Design  with a grade of C or higher is a prerequisite for many Interior Design courses. INTD 1040  is only offered in the Fall Semester.

Special Instructions

A laptop computer is required for the Interior Design program. Please coordinate with the Interior Design department faculty to confirm your computer can run the computer aided design software needed for coursework.

Program Requirements

Career/Occupational Requirements

Total Credits: 42

Career/Occupational Elective Requirements

None

MnTC/General Education Requirements

Goal 1: Communication

Select 3 credits

Total Credits: 3

MnTC Elective Requirements

Total Credits: 3

Additional Elective Requirements

None

Additional Requirements

None

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

None

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

  • Perform competencies in Marketing, Business, and Sales as it relates to the Interior Design Industry.
  • Demonstrate space planning skills though critical thinking as it applies to the Interior Design Industry.
  • Perform competencies in compliance with all State and National codes.
  • Demonstrate the ability to extrapolate and apply knowledge to new technology and software as it applies to the Interior Design Industry.
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other team members, industry professionals and designers.

Program Contact Information

Sarah Skogstrom Rodriguez 651.747.4043 Room 1311 East

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Semester 1

Total Credits: 12

Semester 2

Total Credits: 12

Semester 3

Total Credits: 12

Semester 4

Total Credits: 12

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.
This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.

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