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Interior Design Preprofessional Degree, General Area of Concentration

Associate of Applied Science
Interior design student drawing

Prepare to enter the exciting field of interior design with an associate of applied science degree from Montgomery College. You'll learn about all aspects of interior design, including drawing, color, and space planning; fabrics; lighting; and window, wall, and floor treatments.

Our students also gain an understanding of the professional business practices needed to succeed in the industry, like preparation of estimates and advanced presentation techniques, as well as technical skills like architectural drafting, design analysis, and kitchen, bath, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

  • Apply design principles, elements, and color theory in the execution of interior design projects.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence the ethical, environmentally responsible, and professional specification of textiles, materials, finishes & furnishings.
  • 收集和解释适当的信息，以解决室内设计问题，保持行业认可的项目流程。
  • Incorporate an understanding of the history of interior design, art, architecture, and decorative arts from western and non-western cultures into design solutions for interiors projects.
  • 精通视觉，口头和书面沟通，传达设计解决方案，运用设计意图，有效管理项目过程。
  • Express an understanding of the role and value of interior designers as essential collaborators within the building industry.
  • Produce interior design solutions that are healthy, safe, pleasing, and functionally efficient demonstrating the value of interior design.
  • Communicate an understanding of trade and business issues, and professional practice standards.
  • Utilize essential drafting, drawing, visualization, and software skills to develop and execute design projects.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to interior environments.

Program Advising

Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer. The program advising guide outlines the degree requirements and is meant to supplement the advising process.

Transfer Opportunities

MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer. Interior design students interested in transferring should consider earning our associate of arts degree in interior design, which is articulated with the bachelor's degree program at Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia.See all transfer agreements.

Careers

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Curriculum

Suggested Course Sequence: Interior Design, Preprofessional General Degree

A suggested course sequence for students follows.

  • All students should review the advising guide andconsult an advisor.
  • Find out about related programs and course in theFields of Studysection.
  • Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
  • All degree-seeking students must take a central group ofGeneral Educationcourses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.



Suggested Course Sequence

A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review theProgram Advising Guideandconsult an advisor.

First Semester

Second Semester

Third Semester

Fourth Semester

*ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed forENGL 102/ENGL 103，或选修课。

** AAS programs require one 3-credit Arts or Humanities General Education course.

‡ This IDES course is not offered every semester; advising by interior design coordinator is required.

‡‡ Students should consult with interior design advisor before selecting program electives. Select program electives from the following disciplines: ANTH, ARCH, ARTT, BLDG, BSAD, COMM, CMGT, ENES, GDES, GEOG, HIST, HMGT, HORT, IDES, PHOT, PHIL, PHYS, PSYC, SOCY.


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Students who major ingeneral studiesexplore personal, professional, and academic areas of interest within a flexible framework supporting transfer.

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MC offers a wide variety ofnoncredit classes. These courses are designed to help you upgrade your skills, pursue career training, or learn something new.

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