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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one semester Certificate in Fundamentals in Interior Design, Drafting & Communication and enter the workforce. Students explore architectural drafting techniques, AutoCAD software skills, communication and design principles. This certificate teaches students fundamental skills used in interior design, drafting and graphic communication. To become an NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) certified designer, students must complete both the AAS degree in Interior Design and the Kitchen and Bath certificate listed here. Successful completion of the AAS degree in Interior Design and the Kitchen and Bath certificate at FRCC facilitates the educational requirements to become an eligible candidate to sit for the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) exam to become an NCIDQ certified designer. Career path options include becoming a designer in an interior design or kitchen and bath business setting.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
Upon completion of this semester and courses, you will earn your Fundamentals in Interior Design, Drafting & Communication certificate.
| AEC 101 | Basic Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| IND 105 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 |
| IND 107 | History of Interior Design | 3 |
| IND 206 | Communication in Design | 1 |
| IND 120 | Interior Design II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |