Interior Architectural Design

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.

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Programs Offered

Degrees and Certificates

Associate Degree

Interior Architectural Design

Certificate of Achievement

Interior Architectural Design
Interior Architecture Design Fundamentals

Associate Degree Requirements

An Associate degree is granted upon successful completion of a program of study with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (C) in degree applicable coursework and a minimum of 60 degree applicable semester units, including:

Completion of the area of emphasis with a grade of C or higher in each course, or with a P if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis, and the P is equal to a C or higher;
Completion of one of the following general education patterns: SMC GE, CSU GE, or IGETC;
Completion of the SMC Global Citizenship graduation requirement.

Certificate of Achievement Requirements

A Certificate of Achievement is granted upon successful completion of a program of study with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (C) and a designated minimum number of units, including:

Completion of the area of emphasis with a grade of C or higher in each course, or with a P if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis, and the P is equal to a C or higher;
Completion of at least 50% of area of emphasis units at Santa Monica College. Department Chairs have the discretion to waive the 50% minimum units required at SMC to meet the major or area of emphasis. All major coursework must be completed with a “C” or better grade.

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Transfer Preparation

Many colleges/universities offer baccalaureate degrees in this field. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university should complete the lower-division major requirements and the general education pattern for the specific transfer institution. SMC has articulation agreements with the many UC and CSU campuses, as well as several private and out-of-state institutions.

Exact major requirements for UC and CSU campuses can be found online at assist.org.

A listing of private, nonprofit California colleges and universities can be found online at aiccu.edu. For articulation agreements between SMC and some of these institutions see smc.edu/articulation.

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)

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)

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)