Interior Design Courses | 2021-2022 Academic Catalog | SIU

121-4 Design Communication I. (Same as ARC 121) Introduction to basic drawing and graphic modeling for interior design, architecture, and graphic communication. Instruction in two- and three-dimensional visualization of form and space. Topics: freehand drawing and drafting skills, orthographic projection, shade and shadow, paraline drawing, sketching, drawing and projection composition, and perspective geometry and projection. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $48.

122-4 Design Communication II. (Same as ARC 122) Continuation of Design Communication I. This course is a continuation of sketching and black and white drawing techniques. The introduction of color and color presentation techniques with emphasis on advanced interior design and architectural graphics and presentation composition. Introduction of basic computer graphics tools such as Photoshop. Prerequisite: ARC 121 or ID 121. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $48.

199-1 to 10 Individual Study. Provides first-year students with the opportunity to develop a special program of studies to fit a particular need not met by other offerings. Enrollment provides access to the resources and facilities of the entire institution. Each student will work under the supervision of a sponsoring faculty member. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

231-3 Architectural History I. (Same as ARC 231) (University Core Curriculum Course) The study of the influences and the development of architecture from prehistoric to the 19th Century, in particular, the study of structure, aesthetics, and the language of architecture.

232-3 Architectural History II. (Same as ARC 232) (University Core Curriculum Course) Course covers development of modern architecture and urban planning from the 19th Century to the present, and includes American, British and Continental architecture and urban planning and influences of Eastern Architecture and design.

242-3 Building Technology I: Wood. (Same as ARC 242) Introduction to basic materials, components, processes, theories, and means of assembly of light wood frame construction. Building of full-scale projects on and off campus requiring the fabrication of wood structures with appropriate tools and equipment. Preparation of working drawings in light wood frame construction using BIM software. Prerequisite: ID 122 and 271. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $36.

251-4 Design I: Concept. (Same as ARC 251) Introduction to the basic principles and elements of design by means of practical and abstract applications. Development of two- and three-dimensional solutions and presentations for conceptual design problems. Emphasis is on three-dimensional thinking and communication. Prerequisite: ID 122. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $48.

252-4 Design II: Order. (Same as ARC 252) A series of studio exercises to develop an understanding of the use of a model for structuring design information, fundamentals of programming, research, communication skills and the design process. This course is designed to satisfy the writing portion of the Communication-Across-the-Curriculum requirements. Prerequisite: ID 251, ID 271, and ENGL 101. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $48.

258-1 to 30 Work Experience Credit. Credit granted for job skills, management-worker relations, and supervisor experience for past work experience while employed in industry, business, the profession, or service occupations. Credit will be established by school director evaluation. Credit may be applied only at the 100- and 200-level for the interior design degree unless otherwise determined by the director. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Director.

259-1 to 60 Occupational Education Credit. A designation for credit granted for past occupational educational experiences related to the student's educational objectives. Credit will be established by school director evaluation. Credit may only be applied at the 100- and 200-level for the interior design degree unless otherwise determined by the director. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Director.

271-3 Computers in Architecture. (Same as ARC 271) This course serves as an introduction to various electronic media employed within the practice of interior design and architecture. Creative and effective skills in the use of computers in interior design and architecture applications are consistently stressed. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

299-1 to 16 Individual Study. Provides students with opportunity to develop a special program of studies to fit a particular need not met by other offerings. Enrollment provides access to the resources and facilities of the entire institution. Each student will work under the supervision of a sponsoring faculty member. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

300-1 to 3 Resources in Practice. Participation in the operation of the program resource library provides students the opportunity to become familiar with resources used in the profession. Emphasis is placed on gaining knowledge of practices necessary to competently organize and maintain a professional working resource facility. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

319-1 to 15 Occupational Internship. Student will be assigned to a University approved entity engaged in activities related to the student's academic program and career objectives. Student will perform duties and services as assigned by the sponsor and instructor. Reports and assignments are required to be completed by the student. Hours and credits to be individually arranged. Mandatory Pass/Fail. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

331-3 Interior Design History. Study of interiors, furnishings, buildings, and the language of interior design from antiquity to the present with the context of aesthetic, philosophical, psychological, socio-economic, and environmental rationales. Prerequisite: ID 232 or ARC 232, HIST 101A and B with minimum grades of C-. Restricted to major in Interior Design or Architectural Studies.

341-2 Interior Textiles and Finish Materials. A study of interior textiles and other finish materials within commercial and residential interior environments including: properties, production/fabrication methods, aesthetics, application, function, and performance. Emphasis is on defining and understanding aspects of sustainability related to interior textiles and other finish materials. Emerging and future materialities are explored. Prerequisites: ID 242 or ARC 242. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

350-1 to 32 Career Subjects. In-depth competency and skill development and exploration of innovative techniques and procedures used in business, industry, and design professions offered through various workshops, special short courses, and seminars. Hours and credit to be individually arranged. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

351-3 Furniture Design. Study of furniture through evaluation of historic furnishings as well as contemporary furnishings. Issues include ergonomics, anthropometrics, quality of materials and methods of construction. Prerequisite: ARC 242 or ID 242, ARC 232 or ID 232 with minimum grades of C-. Restricted to major in Interior Design and Architectural Studies. Special approval needed from the instructor for nonmajors.

361-3 Design Programming I. Introduction to the design process used in interior design with emphasis on the study of methods for gathering data and analysis of project information for design synthesis. Co-requisite with ID 391. Prerequisites: ARC 252 or ID 252. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

372-3 Interior Construction. The development of interior construction knowledge to solve interior architectural problems in new construction with an emphasis upon high-rise structures. Special concern in the adherence to life safety, building, fire and accessibility codes is to be observed in the preparation of working drawings. Prerequisite: ARC 242 or ID 242. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

374-3 Materials and Specifications. A study of materials and finishes applicable to the interior environment including production methods, limitations, quality control, application and uses. Emphasis is on specification for commercial interiors and liability issues for designers. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

391-5 Design III: Context. Interior design of the personal environment at the individual level. Emphasis is on residential design. Co-requisite with ID 361. Prerequisite: ARC 252 or ID 252, ID 232 or ARC 232 with minimum grades of C-. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio Fee: $48.

392-5 Design IV: Complexity. Interior design of the environment at the multi-user level when client/owner and client/user are different. Emphasis is on public access spaces, e.g., restaurants, stores, museums, professional offices and future facilities. Prerequisite: ID 391. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $48.

399-1 to 16 Individual Study. Provides students with opportunity to develop a special program of study to fit a particular need not met by other offerings. Enrollment provides access to the resources and facilities of the entire institution. Each student will work under the supervision of a sponsoring faculty member. Restricted to Interior Design majors. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

419-1 to 15 Occupational Internship. Student will be assigned to a University approved entity engaged in activities related to the student's academic program and career objectives. Student will perform duties and services as assigned by the sponsor and instructor. Reports and assignments are required to be completed by the student. Hours and credits to be individually arranged. Mandatory Pass/Fail. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Special approval needed from the Instructor and Director.

432-3 Interior Design Seminar. Study of the current trends and topics in interior design. Not for graduate credit. Prerequisite: ID 491. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

451-3 Design Programming II. Preliminary stage of senior design project includes project research, data gathering, and analysis. Not for graduate credit. Co-requisite with ID 491. Prerequisite: ID 392. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

471-3 Professional Practice I. (Same as ARC 591) Introduction to the organization, management, and practice of interior design and architecture as a business and profession. Emphasis is placed on the range of services provided, professional ethics, business management, marketing, contracts and negotiations, design cost analysis/control, and other aspects of professional practice. Prerequisite: ID 392. Restricted to major in Interior Design.

481-3 Environmental Design II: Energy and Systems. (Same as ARC 481) The study of the influences of energy, human comfort, climate, context, heating, cooling, and water on the design of buildings and sites. The design of passive and active environmental systems with continued emphasis on design strategies for sustainability. Not for graduate credit. Prerequisite: ID 491 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to major in Interior Design or Architectural Studies; Junior standing with permission.

482-3 Environmental Design III: Lighting and Acoustics. (Same as ARC 482) This course provides a comprehensive overview of the study of the influences of energy, human comfort, climate, and context, luminous and sonic environment with emphasis on energy-conscious design. Prerequisite: ID 392 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to major; Junior standing with permission.

491-5 Design V: Corporate. Interior design of the environment at the corporate or institutional level where client/owner and client/user are significantly different. Emphasis is on design. Furniture systems, particularly in the area of office planning are to be included. Facility types include financial institutions and institutional facilities. Not for graduate credit. Prerequisite: ID 392 with a passing grade of C-. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio Fee: $48.

492-5 Design VI: Capstone Design Studio. Completion of an interior design project of large square footage as initiated in ID 451. Emphasis on design process from schematic design to completion of annotated comprehensive solution and presentation. Facility types vary and may include a component of community involvement. Not for graduate credit. Prerequisite: ID 451, 481, 491. Restricted to major in Interior Design. Studio fee: $48.

499-1 to 16 Individual Study. Provides students with opportunity to develop a special program of study to fit a particular need not met by other offerings. Enrollment provides access to the resources and facilities of the entire institution. Each student will work under the supervision of a sponsoring faculty member. Not for graduate credit. Restricted to Interior Design majors. Special approval needed from the instructor and director.