Course Outline
7151 Interior Design I
Unit A: HOUSING OPTIONS
1.00 Interpret individual and family housing needs
1.01 Explain how homes meet individual and family needs throughout the life cycle
A.
Individual needs/Maslow’s Hierarchy
1.
Physical
a.
Shelter
b.
Food and water
2.
Psychological
a.
Security
b.
Love and acceptance
c.
Esteem
d.
Self-actualization
3.
Other
a.
Beauty
b.
Self-expression
c.
Creativity
d.
Status
B.
Housing needs for family types
1.
Nuclear
2.
Single-parent
3.
Step/blended
4.
Extended
5.
Childless
C.
Life span stages and housing needs
1.
Life cycles
a.
Individual
b.
Infancy
c.
Childhood
d.
Youth
e.
Adulthood
2.
Family Stages
a.
Beginning
b.
Childbearing
c.
Parenting/expanding
d.
Launching
e.
Mid years/Empty Nest
f.
Aging
3.
Quality of life
a. Personal
b. Society
c. Privacy
1.02 Summarize factors to consider when choosing a place to live
A. Traditional/cultural
B. Societal
C. Economic
D. Environmental
E. Technological
F. Governmental
1. HUD (Housing Urban Development)
2. FHA (Federal Housing Administration)
3. Building codes
4. Zoning regulations
5. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
6. CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission)
7. ADA (American Disabilities Act)
1.03 Explain ways to adapt housing to meet special needs
A. Children
B. Elderly
C. People with disabilities
D. Universal design
2.00 Evaluate options and legal aspects of housing
2.01 Critique housing options
A. Multifamily
1. Apartments
a. Penthouse
b. Garden
c. Efficiency
2. Cooperative
3. Condominium
4. Townhouse
B. Single-Family
1. Attached
2. Freestanding
a. Custom
b. Owner-built
c. Factory-built
(1) Modular
(2) Manufactured/Mobile
d. Site-built
2.02 Analyze financial and legal aspects of renting
A. Financial
1. Application/credit check
2. Security deposit/rent advance
3. Insurance and utilities
B. Legal
1. Lease
2. Sublet
3. Assign
4. Breach of contract
5. Eviction
2.03 Analyze financial and legal aspects of home ownership
A. Financial
1. Mortgage
a. Conventional
b. FHA
c. VA
2. Terms of loan
3. Estimating cost
a. Cost of house
b. Housing-to-income ratio
c. Equity
d. Down payment
B. Legal
1. Purchase Process
a. Earnest money
b. Agreement of sale
c. Contingencies
(1) Survey
(2) Inspections
(a) General Home
(b) Termite
2. Closing costs
a. Title search
b. Appraisal
c. Fees
(1) Origination
(2) Attorney
Unit B: DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS
3.00 Understand and apply the elements and principles of design and color
3.01 Apply the elements of design
A. Space
B. Line
1. Horizontal
2. Vertical
3. Curved
4. Diagonal
C. Form
1. Realistic
2. Abstract
3. Geometric
4. Free
D. Texture
1. Tactile
2. Visual
E. Color
3.02 Implement color terminology and the components of the color wheel
A. Color wheel
1. Primary
2. Secondary
3. Tertiary/Intermediate
B. Color Terminology
1. Hue
2. Intensity
3. Value
a. Shade
b. Tint
3.03 Implement color schemes in housing interiors
A. Monochromatic
B. Analogous
C. Complementary
D. Split-complementary
E. Triadic
F. Neutral
3.04 Analyze the principles of design
A. Proportion
B. Scale
C. Balance
D. Rhythm
E. Emphasis
F. Unity/Variety
Unit C: BACKGROUNDS AND FURNISHINGS
4.00 Analyze interior background treatments
4.01 Recognize basic textiles used in interiors
A. Fibers
1. Natural
a. Cellulosic
(1) Cotton
(2) Flax
(3) Ramie
b. Protein
(1) Silk
(2) Wool
(3) Animal Skins
(a) Leather
(b) Fur
2. Manufactured
a. Nylon
b. Rayon
c. Polyester
d. Olefin
e. Acetate
f. Acrylic
B. Fabric construction
1. Yarns
a. Warp yarns
b. Weft yarns
2. Grain
3. Nap
4. Blends
C. Types of weaves
1. Plain
2. Twill
3. Satin
4. Jacquard
5. Non-woven
D. Laws 304-305
1. Textile Fiber Products Identification Act
2. Wool Products Labeling Act
3. Flammable Fabrics Act
4.02 Classify floor coverings
A. Soft Floor Coverings
1. Carpet
2. Rugs
3. Pads/cushions
B. Wood
C. Resilient Floor Coverings
1. Vinyl
2. Laminate
D. Tile
E. Calculations
4.03 Critique window styles and treatments
A. Styles
1. Sliding
2. Swinging
3. Fixed
4. Double-hung
5. Skylights
B. Treatments
1. Draperies/curtains
2. Shades, shutters, blinds
3. Decorative top treatments
4.04 Recognize wall coverings
A. Paint
1. Latex
2. Alkyd
B. Wallpaper
C. Calculations
4.05 Compare various forms of lighting
A. Types
1. General
a. Direct
b. Indirect
2. Accent
3. Task
B. Terminology
1. Fluorescent
2. Incandescent
3. Structural
4. Nonstructural
5.00 Recognize and evaluate home furnishings
5.01 Classify the most recognized styles of furniture
A.
Traditional styles
1.
Queen Anne
2.
Chippendale
B.
Modern/Contemporary styles
1.
Marcel Breuer
2.
Frank Lloyd Wright
5.02 Critique components of quality furniture construction
C.
Materials
1.
Wood
a.
Solid wood
b.
Veneered
c.
Pressed
2.
Plastic
3.
Metal
4.
Rattan, wicker and bamboo
5.
Glass
6.
Upholstery
7.
Frames and springs
D.
Joints
1.
Butt
2.
Mortise and tenon
3.
Dovetail
4.
Tongue and groove
5.
Corner block
6.
Dowel
7.
Mitered
E.
Finishes
1.
Stain
2.
Paint
3.
Protection
Unit D: STYLES, CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
6.00 Understand architectural styles and construction components
6.01 Recognize architectural features
A.
Roof styles
1.
Flat roof 157
2.
Gable roof
3.
Gambrel roof
4.
Hip roof
5.
Mansard roof
B.
Architectural elements
1.
Gingerbread
2.
Turret/circular tower
3.
Clapboard
4.
Ell/lean-to
5.
Dormers
6.
Pediment
7.
Pilasters
8.
Fanlight
9.
Portico
6.02 Recognize components of construction
A.
Foundation
1.
Footings
2.
Slab
B.
Frame
1.
Floor
a.
b.
c.
2.
Girder
Floor joist
Sub-floor
Wall
a.
b.
c.
3.
C.
1.
2.
3.
4.
D.
Studs
Header
Plates
(1)
Top
(2)
Sole
(3)
Sill
Ceiling/roof
a.
Ceiling joist
b.
Rafters
c.
Ridge
d.
Roof truss/truss rafters
Structural roofing
Shingles
Slate/Tile
Metal
Insulation
a.
R-value
b.
Blanket
c.
Loose fill
Housing Systems
1.
Electrical
a.
Panel box
b.
Receptacles/Ground fault
2.
Plumbing
a.
Water supply
b.
Waste water removal
E.
Heating/cooling
1.
Forced air
2.
Radiant heat
3.
Heat pump
4.
Portable (appendix)
7.00 Understand aspects of a well-designed house
7.01 Apply the elements of a functional kitchen
A.
Types
1.
U-shaped
2.
L-shaped
3.
One wall
4.
Corridor
5.
Island/peninsula
B.
Components
1.
Appliances
a.
Refrigerators
(1)
One-door
(2)
Compact
(3)
Two-door
b.
Freezers
c.
Ranges
Gas
Electric
Self-cleaning
Continuous clean
d.
Convection oven
e.
Microwave oven
f.
Dishwasher
g.
Trash compactor
h.
Food waste disposer
2. Countertops
C. Work triangle
D. Work centers
7.02 Explain the essentials of home baths
A. Types
1.
Half-bath
2.
Full bath
3.
¾ bath
4.
Master bath
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
B. Components
1.
Fixtures
a.
Sink
(1)
Wall-hung
(2)
Pedestal
(3)
Inset
(4)
Above-counter
b.
Toilet/Water closet
c.
Shower
(1)
Tub shower
(2)
Stall shower
d.
Tub
(1)
Free standing
(2)
Enclosed
(3)
Whirl pool
e.
Cabinets/vanity
C. Universal Design
7.03 Explain the functioning home office
A. Terminology
1.
Telecommunications
a.
Modem
b.
Wireless
c.
Surge Protector
2.
Ergonomics
3.
Telecommuters
B. Planning the space
1.
Equipment
a.
L-shaped
b.
U-shaped
2.
Location
7.04 Summarize home storage
A. Location
B. Types
1.
Portable
2.
Built-in
3.
Open
4.
Closed
5.
Common-use
7.05 Recognize technological advances in home design
A. Construction
1.
Plastic pipes
2.
Plastic lumber
3.
Biomaterial
B.
Communication/Entertainment
1.
Automated management system
2.
Close circuit television
C. Lighting
1.
Motion Sensitive
2.
Light emitting diode (LED)
7.06 Interpret simple drawings and computer-aided design
A. Architectural symbols
1.
Structural
a.
Windows
(1)
Double hung/regular
(2)
Bay
b.
Doors
(1)
Interior
(2)
Exterior
2.
Electrical
a.
Switch
b.
Outlet
c.
Telephone
3.
Fixtures/appliances
a.
Bath tub
b.
Sink
c.
Toilet/water closet
d.
Range
B. Computer-aided design
1.
Advantages
2.
Disadvantages
7.07 Execute scaled drawings
A. Floor Plans
1.
Scale (1/4” = 1’)
2.
Plan view
3.
Print
B. Elevations
1.
Interior
2.
Exterior
3.
Rendering
4.
Section View
5.
Detail View
Unit E: HOME MANAGEMENT
8.00 Interpret levels of comfort and safety in home design
8.01 Recognize ways to control comfort through air quality
A. Air purifiers
B. Air filters
C. Carbon monoxide detectors
D. Dehumidifiers
E. Humidifier
8.02 Classify home safety and security features
A. Fire Safety
1.
Smoke Detectors
2.
Fire Extinguisher
B. Home Security
1.
Locks
a.
Deadbolts
b.
Spring
c.
Window
2.
Alarm Systems
3.
Biometrics
4.
Touch-pad
5.
Door Viewer
C. Lighting
1.
Motion sensors
2.
Timers
3.
UL Seal
8.03 Recognize conservation components
A. Energy
B. Water
C. House design and landscape
1.
Xeriscape
2.
Topography
3.
Orientation
9.00 Understand and apply home maintenance
9.01 Explain the benefits of interior home care
A. Cleaning
1.
Tools
2.
Products
3.
Schedule
B. Repair Tools
1.
Hammer
2.
Screwdriver
a.
Standard
b.
Phillips
3.
Adjustable wrench
4.
Steel tape measure
5.
Pliers
6.
Ladders
7.
Installation
a.
Pictures/mirrors
b.
Home décor (appendix)
9.02 Explain the benefits of exterior home care
A. Roof, gutters and downspouts
B. Exterior Walls
C. Windows and doors
D. Driveways, decks, and porches
Course Outline: 7151 Interior Design I continued:
9.03 Analyze home maintenance techniques
A. Cleaning techniques
1. Carpet
2. Upholstery
3. Walls /floors
B. Repairs
1. Walls
2. Plumbing
3. Electrical
C. Maintenance
1. Filters
2. Weather stripping
D. Warranties
1. Full
2. Limited
3. Extended
Unit F: Career Development
10.00 Recognize career opportunities in interior design and housing
10.01 Recognize career opportunities in the housing industry
A. Real Estate
1. Appraiser
2. Real Estate Clerk/Agent
B. Home Furnishings and interior design
1. Interior Designer
2. Furniture Designer
C. Home construction
1. Carpenter
2. Architect
10.02 Recognize career development techniques
A. Job seeking skills
1. Career plans
2. Job application
a.
Letter of application
b.
Resume
c.
Interview
d.
Follow-up
B. Readiness characteristics
1. Appearance
2. Attitude
3. Communication
a.
Verbal
b.
Nonverbal
4. Professionalism/work habits