Interior Design, Bachelor of Science

In addition to University Requirements:

• 76 units of major requirements.
  • PHO courses and ART 100 do not fulfill the requirements of the BS Interior Design.

• Up to 9 units of major prefix courses may be used to satisfy General Studies Requirements; these same courses may also be used to satisfy major requirements.

• Elective courses, if needed, to reach an overall total of at least 120 units.

Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

Minimum Units for Completion	120
Major GPA	C
Highest Mathematics Required	MAT 114
University Honors Program	Optional
AZ Transfer Students complete AGEC-S	Recommended
Progression Plan Link	Not Available
Licensure	This program may lead to licensure.

Purpose Statement

The degree in Interior Design introduces students to the language, workplace expectations, and professional issues of the field. The program combines studio and workshop learning to foster creativity, problem-solving, and innovation. Students gain knowledge of design principles, critical thinking, human factors, ergonomics, building systems, codes, and construction. Students also learn computer-assisted drafting and design software, communication, art and design history, business practices, and research for creative solutions. Throughout the program, creativity is emphasized and valued. The professional Interior Designer is qualified by education, experience, and examination to enhance the function, safety, and quality of interior spaces.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Understand the basic principles and applications of design and color in two and three dimensions, particularly with regard to human response and behavior.
  • Understand basic visual elements and principles of organization and expression.
  • Understand basic elements of color theories of harmony and interaction, and applications of light and pigment.
  • Apply elements and principles of 2D and 3D design, color principles, and theories in design solutions.
• Develop critical thinking, professional values, and processes through a global perspective of interior design and a basic understanding of human behavior and its variations due to culture.
  • Use design decisions with global, ecological, socio-economic, and cultural contexts.
  • Show knowledge of behavioral science and human factors.
• Demonstrate skill in the application of design and color principles in a wide variety of residential and nonresidential projects.
  • Obtain an in-depth knowledge of the aesthetic properties of structure and surface, space and scale, materials, furniture, artifacts, textiles, lighting, and the ability to research and solve problems creatively in ways that pertain to the function, quality, and effect of specific interior programs.
  • Develop familiarity with research theories and methodologies to understand why problems occur and apply them to design solutions.
• Understand the technical issues of human factors, including areas such as programming, environmental control systems, anthropometrics, ergonomics, and proxemics.
  • Integrate human factor considerations with design elements.
  • Apply design processes for creative solutions that support human behavior within the interior environment
• Apply knowledge of the technical aspects of construction and building systems, energy conservation, as well as legal codes and regulations related to construction, environmental systems, and human health and safety in specific project programs
  • Know about interior construction and building systems.
  • Use lighting, acoustics, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality (IAQ) to safeguard building occupants.
  • Use laws, codes, standards, and guidelines to design interior spaces.
• Understand the importance of collaboration between interior designers and other design and build professionals.
  • Understand how work is interrelated/ dependent and improve the interface between disciplines.
  • Engage in multidisciplinary collaborations and consensus-building.
• Hear and communicate concepts and requirements to the broad spectrum of professionals and clients involved or potentially involved with interior design projects.
  • Communicate using verbal, written, and representational media in both two and three dimensions and encompass a range from initial sketch to finished design.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with technical tools, conventions of representation, and systems of projection, including perspective, and Computer-assisted drafting (CAD).
  • Communicate design solutions effectively, both orally and visually.
• Have a functional knowledge of production elements, including installation procedures, project management, and specification of materials and equipment.
  • Select, specify, and manage furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) and finish materials in interior spaces.
  • Understand the rules and process of how materials fit together.
• Understand the history of art, architecture, decorative arts, and interior design.
  • Apply historical and cultural contexts of the built environment.
  • Understand how work done today is influenced by and fits with historical movements; why movements emerged; appropriateness of different styles.
• Develop a functional knowledge of basic business practices and ethical practices in interior design.
  • Use ethical standards of practice and commit to professional development.
• Become oriented to the working profession, including field experience, internships, and participation in interior design organizations, supported through strong advising.
  • Create an effective resume and gain insights into the interview process, and the types of behaviors that are most likely to elicit a job offer.
  • Gain insight into the types of behaviors most likely to lead to success in the workplace.
  • Develop an understanding of the career options available as both an intern and as a college graduate.
  • Expose students to a variety of professional practices.
  • Recognize when information is needed and be able to locate, evaluate, and effectively use the information to specify products. 

Additional Admission Requirements

• Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.

• • Portfolio Review
    • Approval of student portfolio submitted online and reviewed by the Interior Design faculty before the end of the second semester in year one.

• • • Interior Design Pre-major Coursework (10 units)
      • Coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" or better and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
        • ART 135 or ART 151 (3 units)
          • Only one of these courses is required for admission to the program; however, both courses are required for the major.
        • ID 121, ID 123, ID 125 (7 units)

• • All ID courses at the 200-level or above are restricted to students who successfully complete the first year of pre-major requirements and pass the portfolio review.

Transfer Pathway

• Students may transfer up to 73 units of credit from Scottsdale Community College.

Major Requirements

• This major requires 76 units distributed as follows:

  • Interior Design Pre-major Coursework: 10 units
  • Interior Design Course Requirements: 66 units

   

  Take the following 76 units:

  Coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" or better in each course.

• Interior Design Pre-major Coursework (10 units)

  • Coursework must be completed with a grade of "C" or better and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
    • ART 135 or ART 151 (3 units)
      • Only one of these courses is required for admission to the program; however, both courses are required for the major.
    • ID 121, ID 123, ID 125 (7 units)

• Interior Design Course Requirements (66 units)

  • ART 135, ART 151 (3 units)
    • One of these courses must be completed to fulfill the pre-major coursework requirement; however, both courses are required for the major.
  • ID 224, ID 230, ID 246, ID 247, ID 260, ID 261, ID 322, ID 325, ID 361, ID 362, ID 421, ID 425, ID 461, ID 462 (42 units)
  • Select two Art History (ARH) courses (6 units)
  • Select from the following (6 units):
    • HA 260, HA 335, HA 495
    • Any ACC course(s)
    • Any BA course(s), 
    • Any ECO course(s)
    • Any FIN course(s)
    • Any MGT course(s)
    • Any MKT course(s)
    • PSY 101 (3 units)
  • ID 326W which meets the junior-level writing requirement (3 units)
  • ID 490C which meets the senior capstone requirement  (3 units)

   

  The following course has additional prerequisites:

  • HA 260

• You must have completed all of the coursework used to fulfill these requirements within the last 10 years.

General Electives

• Additional coursework is required if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.

  You may take these remaining courses from any of the academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. You may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or General Studies Requirements.
  
  We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you.

Additional Information

• Professional Organization
  Northern Arizona University currently supports student branches of the American Society of Interior Designers and the International Interior Design Assocation; upon graduation from the Interior Design BS, you may apply for associate membership in the ASID or IIDA.

• Some courses may have prerequisites. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.

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