Interior Design
Associate Degree in Applied Science
What You’ll Learn
Studying Interior Design at Forsyth Tech is an exciting and enriching experience that prepares students to turn their passion for design into a successful career. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications, students will learn how to create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet the needs and preferences of clients. From conceptualizing design ideas to selecting materials and finishes, students will gain the technical skills and artistic vision necessary to succeed in the dynamic field of interior design.
Outcomes
- Creativity
- Aesthetics
- Communication
- Design
- Sustainability
- Technology
- Collaboration
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
ARC 111: Intro to Arch Technology
Credit Hours: 3
ARC 114: Architectural CAD
Credit Hours: 2
DES 125: Visual Presentation I
Credit Hours: 2
DES 135: Prin & Elem of Design I
Credit Hours: 4
DES 255: History of Interiors & Furn I
Credit Hours: 3
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
U G RCredit Hours: 3
ARC 221: Architectural 3-D CAD
RCredit Hours: 3
COM 231: Public Speaking (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
DES 112: Bldg/Construc Sys
Credit Hours: 3
DES 220: Interior Design Fundamentals
RCredit Hours: 3
DES 235: Products
Credit Hours: 3
DES 256: History of Interiors & Furn II
Credit Hours: 3
DES 225: Textiles for Interiors
Credit Hours: 3
DES 230: Residential Design I
RCredit Hours: 3
MAT 143: Quantitative Literacy
U G RCredit Hours: 3
Select one:
PSY 118: Interpersonal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
PSY 150: General Psychology (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
DES 238: Sustainable Interiors
Credit Hours: 3
DES 240: Commercial/Contract Design I
RCredit Hours: 3
DES 265: Lighting/Interior Design
Credit Hours: 2
DES 275: Furniture Design & Const
Credit Hours: 3
DES 280: Codes & Standards/Interior Des
Credit Hours: 3
ARC 235: Architectural Portfolio
Credit Hours: 3
DES 210: Professional Practices/Int Des
Credit Hours: 2
DES 285: Capstone/Interior Design
RCredit Hours: 4
: Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
Credit Hours: 3
Select one:
DES 241: Comm/Contract Design II
A RCredit Hours: 3
DES 242: Kitchen/Bath Design
A RCredit Hours: 3
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
- Residential Designer
- Commercial Designer
- Set Designer
- Visual Merchandiser
- Decorating/Décor
- Staging and Organization
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103