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3.00 Credits
Lecture credits 2; No prerequisites This course is a survey of the history and science of fabrics through lectures on major decorative arts periods as well as textile design, fibers, methods of weaving, dyeing, flammability, finishes, and trims. Properties, code requirements, and maintenance of contract and residential fabrics and their application are covered as well as estimating yardage. Also included in the course are lectures on the history of wallpaper, paint finishes, and carpeting and their application to today's interiors.
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Lecture credits 2; Elective; No prerequisites This course provides an invaluable approach to determining quality and value of fine and decorative art in the marketplace. Students learn to recognize and research porcelain, glass, silver, prints, and other collectibles found in estates, private collections, and auction rooms. Technique and authentication problems are stressed by slide presentations, items brought in by students, and field trips to museums.
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Lecture credits 2; Elective; No prerequisites Participants are given an opportunity to appraise typical contents of a residence, including special consideration of insurance and estate valuation. Problems of equitable distribution of personal property when the appraiser is called upon to analyze furnishings for liquidation is also discussed. Other topics include the valuation of donated fine and decorative art to a tax-exempt institution in accordance with IRS guidelines and the valuation of architectural or attached art found in landmark buildings, such as stained-glass windows and stonework.
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Lecture credits 2; Elective; No prerequisites What drives the market in the fine and decorative arts to appear to be capricious and unstable financially and stylistically This course examines international political and environmental influences on trends in interior design, architecture, and the world of art as we experience it from day to day. Examples of dynamic changes in fashion emanating from West to East and from past to present will be used.
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3.00 Credits
Lecture credits 2; Prerequisite: 128 Properties and appropriate uses for interior construction and finish materials are explored. Through lectures, presentations, and the preparation of construction details, students become familiar with the application of a wide variety of building materials.
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Lecture credits 2; Prerequisites: 160, 171, 234 The course introduces students to the business practices important to entry level designers. Students are introduced to the role and responsibilities of a design assistant, with special emphasis on ethical considerations. Topics include developing and maintaining a design resource library, interacting with vendors and contractors, researching the design market, preparing purchase orders and specifications, and developing a decorative budget. Discussions will also address assisting in developing design schemes, preparing for client presentations, and tracking orders through installation.
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Lecture credits 2; Prerequisite: 128 An introduction to building codes and legal regulations as they relate to interior design work is presented. Discussions cover building codes, the process of code development and revision, and the responsibilities of interior designers in incorporating code requirements in their work. Essential sections of the building code, such as egress, occupancy levels, regulations for the handicapped, general accessibility requirements, finish, and material specifications and fire ratings, are included.
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3.00 Credits
Lecture Credits 2; Elective; Prerequisite: 180 This course is an introduction to the history, language, and techniques of architectural and interior photography. Students will acquire a basic knowledge of photographic vocabulary, learn how to evaluate photographic images, and become familiar with traditional and digital photographic equipment and techniques. Discussions and assignments will also explore composition, styling, and lighting.
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3.00 Credits
Lecture credits 2; Prerequisite: 111, Corequisite: 112 This course surveys the evolution of materials and techniques used in the production of American interiors, including architectural detailing and decorative elements, from colonial times to the present. Each major building technology is explored using a historical perspective, from its pre-American roots to its further development in America. Through this course students acquire a comprehensive knowledge of interior construction terminologies, historical methods of interior construction, and a detailed understanding of interior construction and finish materials that have been used.
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3.00 Credits
Lecture credits 2; Prerequisite: 187 A study of the materials and methods of plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, lighting, and electrical systems in relation to interior architecture and design.
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