2023-2024 College Catalog

Interior Architectural Design

 

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This program provides a thorough and analytical foundation of the Interior Architectural Design field that will enable students to practice professionally and serve their community with safe, functional, and sustainable interior spaces. Innovative design, critical analysis, and communication skills are developed in drawing, writing, modeling, and collaboration. Students completing the AS degree may apply for transfer to a University program in Interior Architecture or Environmental Design or obtain an entry level position in the same fields.

Note: in addition to meeting academic requirements for admittance into a university, Interior Architectural Design Programs also require prospective students to submit a portfolio to review for admittance into the program. It is recommended that students make an appointment with counselors at the institution of their choice to inquire about requirements.

For additional career possibilities, visit the Career Services Center on the main campus to utilize computerized career information systems and other valuable career resources.

See the Interior Architectural Design Program Website (smc.edu/iarc) for additional information.

Interior Architectural Design, Associate Degree or Certificate of Achievement

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate the ability to research and analyze critical concepts of design and human interaction within the built environment, understand Interior designer's role in society, develop environmentally responsible designs, and communicate design concepts through drawing, writing, modeling, and collaboration. Students will develop a portfolio of work displaying design and technical skills to apply as an entry level Interior architectural designer or drafter, or to transfer to a university.

Area of Emphasis: (40 units)

Required Courses: (40 units)

AHIS 21,Architectural History: Ancient to 1850(3)
AHIS 22*,Architectural History and Theory - 1850 to Present(3)
ARC 10,Studio 1 (formerly INTARC 34B)(3)
ARC 11,Design Communication 1 (formerly INTARC 28B/INTARC 29)(3)
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ARC 20,Studio 2: Architecture(3)
or
IARC 20,Studio 2: Interior Architecture (formerly INTARC 31)(3)
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ARC 21,Design Communication 2 (formerly INTARC 28A/INTARC 35)(3)
ARC 31,Design Communication 3 (formerly INTARC 38)(3)
ARC 70,Portfolio(3)
IARC 15,2D Color Theory (formerly INTARC 34)(3)
IARC 25,Materials and Products for Interior Architectural Design (formerly INTARC 36)(3)
IARC 30,Studio 3: Interior Architecture (formerly INTARC 40)(3)
IARC 35,Fundamentals of Lighting (formerly INTARC 44)(3)
IARC 40,Studio 4: Interior Architecture (formerly INTARC 45)(3)
IARC 45,Building Systems and Codes (3) (formerly INTARC 50)(3)
*(Students planning to transfer to SFSU may petition after transfer to use AHIS 22 in lieu of SFSU ARTH 202)

Interior Architectural Design Fundamentals, Certificate of Achievement

This program provides a series of foundation courses in Architecture and Interior Architectural Design. Students will gain a broad overview and acquire fundamental skills needed in the design profession. This would be the first of two tier stackable certificate program specializing in Interiors or Architectural Design.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the program, students will gain a broad overview and acquire fundamental skills needed in the Interior and Architectural design profession.

Area of Emphasis: (18 units)

Required Courses: (18 units)

ARC 10,Studio 1 (formerly INTARC 34B)(3)
ARC 11,Design Communication 1 (formerly INTARC 28B/INTARC 29)(3)
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ARC 20,Studio 2: Architecture(3)
or
IARC 20,Studio 2: Interior Architecture (formerly INTARC 31)(3)
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ARC 21,Design Communication 2(3)
IARC 15,2D Color Theory (formerly INTARC 28A/INTARC 35)(3)
IARC 25,Materials and Products for Interior Architectural Design (formerly INTARC 36)(3)