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Admission Requirements
General
VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.
Exceptions Convention refugees as designated by the federal government;

Foreign live-in caregivers;

Individuals with work permits valid for at least one year, covering the duration of studies; or those with Approval in Principle letters from Citizenship and Immigration Canada;

Legal dependents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents (certain conditions apply);

Diplomats and their direct dependents;

International exchange students.

VCC will require proof of citizenship, residency, diplomatic or refugee status. Please see VCC’s policy relating to admission for non-citizens and non-residents for more information.

International students VCC welcomes international students from around the world to the college’s academic or career programs.

To learn more about the English-language requirements for your program of interest, please contact VCC International; to learn more about how to apply, please see the VCC International website.

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As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Program Specific:
In order to gain entry into the program students must have completed the Interior Design Certificate Program at VCC or have a Certificate, Diploma or Degree from another accredited institution.

All applicants will show a portfolio of current and past work at an arranged interview time.

All applicants are required to fill out a College application form. These forms are available at the Continuing Studies Office. There is a $30.00 application fee.

Curriculum
First Quarter
GD101 Drawing And Perspective show details
GD102 Fundamentals of Design show details
RS100 Computer Applications show details
Second Quarter
GD121 Image Manipulation show details
ID105 Basic Drafting show details
ID115 Perspective for Interior Design show details
Third Quarter
ID117 Textiles for Interior Design show details
ID125 Rendering show details
ID129 History of Interiors I show details
Fourth Quarter
ID127 Product Knowledge show details
ID209 History of Interiors II show details
ID213 Space Planning show details
Fifth Quarter
ID216 Architectural Detailing show details
ID219 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design show details
ID221 Residential Design show details
Sixth Quarter
ID235 Portfolio Design show details
ID236 Portfolio Development show details
ID247 Professional Practice show details

Residential Design — Certificate

The Residential Design program teaches competencies necessary for planning residential spaces. Students engage in such activities as drafting floor plans and

elevations, selecting color schemes and fabrics, and selecting wall and floor treatments. The curriculum emphasizes the design process rather than style alone. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the field of residential design.
Total Credit Hours: 54
6 Quarters

The BS in Digital Media Design also offers students the opportunity to earn twelve résumé-enhancing

Academic Certificates with no additional courses or costs:
Fundamentals of Computer Illustration
Advanced Computer Illustration
Drawing
Design Principles
Typography
Professional Communication
Web Page Development
Web Page Development (Advanced)
Desktop Publishing
Advanced Desktop Publishing
Digital Imaging Techniques
Advertising & Marketing Principles

Certificate

The certificate in interior design provides a foundation of education and skills for students in the ever-expanding field of interior design, or employment upon graduation. Topics include space planning, building and life-safety codes and the Americans with Disabilities Act, reading construction documents, architectural and furniture history and much more for a comprehensive curriculum. Requirements for Certificate 47 units
IDES110 Estimating & Calculating for Interior Design 3
IDES 312 History of Interior Architecture and Furnishings II 3
IDES 332 Interior Illustration and Rendering 3
IDES 334 Interior Environment and Space Planning 3
IDES 341 Intermediate Cadd for Interior Design 3
IDES 350 Codes and Universal Access for Interior Design 2
IDES 351 Codes and Universal Access Lab 1
ART 320 Design: Fundamentals 3
FASHN 320 Textiles 3
IDES 300 Fundamentals of Interior Design 3
IDES 310 History of Interior Architecture and Furnishings I 3
IDES 322 Materials of Interior Design 3
IDES 324 Interior Design Business Practices 3
IDES 330 Beginning Interior Design Studio 3
IDES 340 Beginning CADD for Interior Design 3
IDES 354 Reading Construction Documents
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And a minimum of 3 units from the following: 3
ART 300 Elementary Drawing and Composition (3)
ART 323 Design: Color Theory (3)
DESGN320 Three Dimensional Graphics and Design (3)
And a minimum of units from the following:
ART 320 Design: Fundamentals (3)
FASHN 320 Textiles (3)
IDES 300 Fundamentals of Interior Design (3)
IDES 310 History of Interior Architecture and Furnishings I (3)

Interior Design Certificate

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Program Advisor: Ann Fry, 354-6051 (fry-am@actx.edu) or contact Brenda Hays, 371-5212 (hays-bj@actx.edu)

Contact the Testing Center or the Program Advisor for testing requirements. Testing requirements are based on the unique needs of the certificate program.

Certificate of Completion
Major Code - INDS.CERT

This certificate introduces the student to the basics of the Interior Design field. Individuals completing this course of study are qualified to enter the work force in the areas of furniture stores, wallpaper sales, carpet sales, and general assisting in the area of design. This program focuses on the elements and principles of design, an introduction to the history of design, and the beginnings of the development of a design concept.
Program Requirements
Major Requirements (27 Semester Hours)
ARTS 1316 - Drawing I
INDS 1301 - Basic Elements of Design
INDS 1315 - Materials, Methods and Estimating
INDS 1319 - Technical Drawing for Interior Designers
INDS 1341 - Color Theory and Application
INDS 1349 - Fundamentals of Space Planning
INDS 2305 - Interior Design Graphics
INDS 2321 - Presentation Drawings
INDS 2325 - Professional Practices for Interior Designers
Total (27 Semester Hours)

Program Options and Goals

The Chaffey College Interior Design program will prepare students to enter the profession of Interior Design upon graduation or to transfer to a four-year college or university. The department offers two options:
Associate of Science degree in Interior Design

Certificate in Interior Design - recommended for students already possessing an A.A., A.S., or B.S. degree in another discipline.

Program of Study

Interior design is a rapidly growing profession that requires both creativity and technical knowledge to solve problems relating to the design of interior spaces. At Chaffey College the curriculum concentrates on a four opportunities in preparing the student to enter the field.
Knowledge of design materials and systems, building components, and business procedures.

Skills in drafting, sketching, rendering, and presentation boards (by hand and on the computer).

Creative and conceptual awareness through the fundamentals of design and principles of space planning and furniture layouts.

Historical perspective through the study of past periods of interior designs, architecture, painting, sculpture, and crafts.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Prepare for immediate entry into this career field:
Fashion Design
Fashion Merchandising
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Fashion Design Department

Hidden inside a living room is the potential for calmness. Hidden inside a large corporate meeting room is the opportunity for warmth and productivity— if accentuated by light exposure, complementary colors, and space constraints. Interior designers must be able to see what’s hidden inside a space to capitalize on its unique features: they must see which natural features may be emphasized or enhanced. But that’s not all.

Interior designers specialize in creating uniquely defined ambiences that cater to the spatial needs and functional requirements, using a diverse set of skills. In PCC’s Interior Design program, we offer you the opportunity to build a strong foundation in interior design in order to diversify and strengthen your skills. Our program provides you with the skills to bring out the hidden potential in any environment, working to make magic with interiors.
Degrees and Certificates

In this program you can earn the following:
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Interior Design
Interior Design Certificate
Kitchen and Bath Certificate (pending State approval)
Sustainable Building Certificate (pending State approval)

This certificate covers the fundamentals of copy and layout for print media advertising. In addition to core classes, coursework centers around basic copywriting, advertising design, marketing and typography. Hands on projects designing logos, posters, flyers, and advertisements will help students build a portfolio of work to show potential employers. Students will learn on the latest hardware and software available.

This certificate provides students with a primary technical specialty. Students completing this certificate can, by taking selected general education courses and a secondary technical specialty, have the opportunity to obtain Associate’s Degrees in Occupational Technology with a Major in General Technology. Students should meet with their advisor (s) to select the proper courses to meet their particular educational goals. Click on this link for more information on General Technology.

Contact Information:

Sissy Copeland (864) 941-8501

Advisement Information
Since there are no prerequisites to any ARV courses, students may begin any semester.
Students may exempt AOT 105 (Keyboarding) if they are already typing 35-40 words per minute. Students should contact Sissy Copeland at (864) 941-8501 for approval.
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