Heartland Community College
Master Course Syllabus
Human Services
Course Prefix and Number: DSGN 111
Course Title: Interior Design II
DATE PREPARED: December 29, 1994
DATE REVISED: June 2000
PCS/CIP/ID NO: 16-200501-01
IAI NO. (if available):
EFFECTIVE DATE OF FIRST CLASS: August 20, 1995
CREDIT HOURS: 3
CONTACT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 3
LABORATORY HOURS: 0
CATALOG DESCRIPTION (Include specific prerequisites):
An introduction to interior and exterior styles featuring the study of furniture and
furnishings as related to residential and commercial design. Students will also study
the various design movements, furniture arrangement and accessories, and challenges
for the future. Content areas include furniture selection, styles, and furniture
arrangement and wall composition; accessories; historic heritage of architecture and
design; modern architecture and design.
TEXTBOOKS:
REQUIRED:
Neilson & Taylor. (1994) Interiors: An Introduction. 2nd
Ed. Madison, WI: Brown & Benchmark/McGraw Hill.
RELATIONSHIP TO ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND
TRANSFERABILITY:
DSGN 111 was designed to meet specific student needs either individually or
within a program. Transferability of this course will be determined by each
transfer institution. Please see an academic advisor for an explanation concerning
transfer options.
COURSE OBJECTIVES (Learning Outcomes):
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Make furniture selections that integrate the variables of the human factor, types of
furniture, quality and craftsmanship, and upholstery.
Describe furniture styles and their classification
Desire furniture arrangements and wall compositions considering related
guidelines, space, and client needs.
Differentiate between functional and decorative accessories.
Demonstrate effective selection and placement of accessories.
Discuss the influence of various cultures and historical era on architecture and
design.
Discuss modern architecture and design dating from the beginning of Modernism to
current trends and future needs.
Analyze employment and business opportunities in the interior design arena as well
as professional needs and trends.
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Furniture Selection
Furniture Arrangement
Art and Accessories
Building Systems
Historic Design
The Profession
METHOD OF EVALUATION (Tests/Exams, Grading System):
A combination of quizzes, exams, papers and class participation will determine the
student's grade.
REQUIRED WRITING AND READING:
There will be two (2) papers assigned. Required reading will include textbook and
periodicals/journals.