ID A265: Studio - Project Specialization

Course Outline of Record
Item	Value
Curriculum Committee Approval Date	12/02/2020
Top Code	130200 - Interior Design and Merchandising
Units	3 Total Units
Hours	90 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 36; Lab Hours 54)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Course Credit Status	Credit: Degree Applicable (D)
Material Fee	Yes
Basic Skills	Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable	No
Open Entry/Open Exit	No
Grading Policy	Standard Letter (S)

Course Description

Analysis and application of the design process to the space planning, materials and finish choices, codes application, and selection of specialized equipment unique to planning specialized spaces. Students will work with instructor to choose design focus area which may include: Corporate Office, Hospitality, Healthcare, Retail or Mixed-Use options. PREREQUISITE: ID A215. ADVISORY: ID A210 and ID A260. Transfer Credit: CSU.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

Evaluate various buildings and factors influencing space planning and design decisions including planning efficiency and architectural elements relative to the needs of the selected specialization.
Design workable solutions for space planning, lighting and code compliance.
Produce graphic depictions of complete design solutions for specialized spaces in presentation quality.

Course Objectives

1. Research functional needs of office spaces and apply information to specialized space planning projects.
2. Recognize and apply the appropriate codes that are applicable to specialized spaces.
3. Evaluate, select, and specify appropriate materials, furnishings, equipment, and finishes for specialized spaces.
4. Research and apply standards of lighting for specialized spaces by developing lighting plans, reflected ceiling plans, and lighting specifications.
5. Develop complete design solutions for specialized spaces.
6. Communicate design ideas for specialized spaces in graphic, written, and oral forms.

Lecture Content

Determine functional needs of office spaces Developing a client program Furniture Space requirement standards Quantitative qualitative data analysis Space Planning for offices Circulation patterns Equipment/furnishing clearances Building Accessibility Codes Universal design considerations Special storage needs Engineering Considerations Electrical HVAC Plumbing Structural Materials Finishes Industry product standards/codes Performance Considerations Environmental issues Life cycle costing Health/safety Maintenance factors Construction Aesthetics Equipment Furnishings Industry products/standards Performance considerations Environmental considerations Life cycle costing Ergonomic factors Aesthetics Durability maintenance factors Installation criteria Lighting Industry needs and standards Aesthetics Energy considerations Electrical planning Lighting RCP s Designing for Office Spaces Creating complete design drawings Presentation of written specifications Presentation of design concepts verbally graphically Careers in Corporate Office Design Career opportunities Compensation Future trends Technology Mobile Wireless Audio/Visual

Lab Content

Method(s) of Instruction

Lecture (02)
DE Live Online Lecture (02S)
Lab (04)
DE Live Online Lab (04S)

Instructional Techniques

Lecture, demonstration, laboratory, critique (instructor/student), multimedia, research, and student presentation

Reading Assignments

(12 hours outside of lab time)Research specific program requirements for the projects and prepare a written client program including quantitative and qualitative information to serve as the basis for the design project.

Writing Assignments

(5 hours outside of lab time)Research and document specific program requirements for project and prepare a written client program including quantitative and qualitative information to serve as the basis for the design project. (8 hours outside of lab time)Produce a detailed partial set of construction drawings including schedules specifications.

Out-of-class Assignments

(15 hours outside of lab time)Prepare various space plan options based on the program document exploring different building configurations. Compare select the options that best suits the client program. (12 hours outside of lab time)Document the design process graphically through the preparation of a process book to include all exploratory sketches and design work. (20 hours outside of lab time)Prepare a comprehensive design solution including final space plan, reflected ceiling plan, interior elevations, 3D studies and materials and finishes in presentation format.

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Student projects, class presentations, research, examinations, and student participation.

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Research specific program requirements for project and prepare a written client program including quantitative and qualitative information to serve as the basis for the design project. Prepare various space plan options based on the program document exploring different building configurations. Compare select the options that best suits the client program. Document the design process graphically through the preparation of a process book to include all exploratory sketches and design work. Prepare a comprehensive design solution including final space plan, reflected ceiling plan, interior elevations, 3D studies and materials and finishes in presentation format. Produce a detailed partial set of construction drawings including schedules

Eligible Disciplines

Interior design: Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience.

Textbooks Resources

1. Required Dechiara, J., Panero, J. Zelnik, M.. Time Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning, latest ed. New York: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2001 Rationale: Re Textbook: Most current, relevant version is 2001. Although the date exceeds 10+ years old, it is an industry standard, relevant text.

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