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Interior Design

Application Code: 
0656
Degree Received: 
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Department: 
Computer Imaging and Architectural Engineering Technology
Description: 

This program is designed to provide graduates with basic knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in the interior design discipline. The program consists of a core graphics sequence with additional courses in appropriate technical areas. Computer applications are integrated throughout the four semesters with a strong component in 2D and 3D computer graphics. The faculty consists of interior designers as well as licensed architects and engineers. View students' work in the interior design photo gallery.

A laptop computer is required for students entering the interior design program. See laptop specifications.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 

Required: Algebra, Geometry (Math A)

Features & Facilities: 
  • Focuses on design technology and application
  • Electronic presentation and computer modeling
  • Focuses on space planning, furniture, and finishes selection
  • Focuses on ADA and other applicable codes
Graduation Requirements: 

A student must successfully complete all courses in the prescribed four-semester program and earn a minimum cumulative index of 2.0 which is equivalent to a "C" average.

Career Opportunities: 
  • Interior Designer (after successfully meeting state requirements)
  • Interior Rendering Technician
  • CAD Technician
  • Computer Modeler
  • Interior Computer Animator
  • Manufacturer's Representative
  • Facility Management
  • Corporate Space Planning

Upon successful completion of this program, students may continue in Alfred State's BBA program in technology management.

Typical Semester Layout: 
First Semestercredits
CIAT 1023 Construction Technology I 3
CIAT 1184 Design Fundamentals I 4
FNAT 1303 Architectural History I 3
COMP 1503 Freshman Composition 3
  xxx3 Gen Education/LAS Elective 3
CIAT 2201 Arch Computer Graphic Appl. 1
      17
Second Semestercredits
CIAT 1433 Furniture & Finishes 3
CIAT 2223 History of Interiors 3
CIAT 2394 Design Fundamentals II 4
LITR 2603 Introduction to Literature 3
MATH 1423 Explorations in Geometry 3
      16
Third Semestercredits
CIAT 2204 Interior Design I 4
CIAT 1443 Color, Lighting, and Acoustics 3
CIAT 3304 Construction Technology II 4
SPCH 1083 Effective Speaking 3
HLTH 1313 Nutrition 3
      17
Fourth Semestercredits
CIAT 2304 Interior Design II 4
CIAT 4403 Computer Visualization 3
CIAT 4003 Professional Practice I 3
BUAD 4004 Essent of Entrepreneurship & Small Bus Mgmt 4
FNAT 1313 Art History 3
      17

Entry level of student into math and composition/literature sequences is a function of student's high school preparation and mathematics and English placement examinations.

Minimum of "C" is required for CIAT 1184, CIAT 2394, CIAT 2204, and CIAT 2304.

Also required: One unit of physical education.

Employment and Transfer Rate: 
50%
Employment and Transfer Survey Details: 
Survey Details200820092010
Receiving Degrees 7 6 5
Responding to Survey 4 (57%) 6 (100%) 2 (40%)
Employed 2 (50%) 2 (33%) --
Employed in Field 1 (50%) 0 (0%) --
Transferred 2 (50%) 4 (67%) 1 (50%)
Unemployed & Seeking Employment -- -- 1 (50%)
Unemployed & Not Seeking Employment -- -- --
Employment and Transfer Salary Information: 

Not available