Interior Design
Certificate of Achievement Interior Design · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The Interior Design Certificate of achievement takes a cross-cultural and inclusive approach to the study of interior design and allows the investigation of a broader view of interior design practices around the world. Students receive a strong background in the design process, design elements and principles, visual communication, computer software for interior design, furniture selection, architectural materials, space planning, business principles, computer-aided design, and historical development of furniture, architecture, art, and decorative arts. This certificate provides students with skills needed for intermediate-level employment opportunities in interior design and related fields. The certificate also provides the required units for students to pursue California Interior Design Certification (CID).
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Develop creative and functional solutions using design theory and art principles to satisfy clients' design needs for residential and commercial projects.
- Demonstrate knowledge of historical styles of architecture, interiors and decorative arts of both western and non-western cultures.
- Generate design drawings (by hand and computer) and color boards (showing styles, materials) in a professional manner.
- Demonstrate an understanding of business practices, work ethics, professionalism and consumer marketing principles related to the field’s products and services.
- Communicate and justify, through written and oral presentations and portfolio development, the details, inspiration, problems, solutions, and the vision of their designs.
- Understand the social, economic, cultural, organizational, and technological systems that are integral parts of the interior design industry around the world.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA): | 40-43 | |
| ID 10 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 |
| ID 11 | History of Architecture and Interiors I | 3 |
| ID 12 | History of Architecture and Interiors II | 3 |
| ID 14 | Fundamentals of Design for Interiors | 3 |
| ID 15 | Architectural Drafting for Interior Designers | 3 |
| ID 16 | Quick Sketching for Interior Designers | 2.5 |
| ID 17 | Lighting for Architecture and Interior Design | 3 |
| ID 21 | Space Planning | 3 |
| ID 22 | Interior Design Materials | 3 |
| ID 27 | Computer Drafting & Design for Interiors | 3 |
| ID 30 | Interior Design Studio | 3.5 |
| ID 45 | Codes and Building Systems | 3 |
| ID 426 | Professional Practice for Interior Designers | 3 |
| ID 482ABCD | Internships in Interior Design | 1-4 |
| Total | 40-43 | |
Other Information
Arts, Communication, and Design
Local Program (Major) Code: T270
Program Control Number: 20726
TOP Code: 1302.00*
CIP Code: 50.0408