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Get a degree in interior design with this dynamic program ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in the furnishing and design industries. Take courses in interior design studio, history of furniture and interior architecture, materials and sources, interior detail/construction drawing, environmental design, kitchen design studio and more.
Work alongside skilled instructors who are experts in their fields and well-respected in the interior design industry. Study in Harper's design rooms, which are equipped with drafting tables, displays, a lighting lab and kitchen cabinetry. A computer lab specifically for interior design students features modern equipment and allows you to hone your skills using professional design programs like AutoCAD/CAD Studio. The Interior Design Resource Room gives you access to thousands of sample fabrics, floor and wall coverings, hard and resilient surface materials and design magazines.
This 72 credit-hour program is designed for students interested in careers in the furnishing and design industry. The program offers creative, artistic and challenging career opportunities. Graduates are trained to work as kitchen and bath designers, retail designers/salespersons, interior design assistants, assistant buyers of home furnishings, manufacturers’ representatives or Merchandise Mart showroom managers.
Periodic field trips are required and will help students learn about current design trends. Students are encouraged to have computers at home although campus computer labs are available for student use. AutoCad and CAD Studio courses are required courses.
The Associate in Applied Science degree in Interior Design may be used to meet the interior design education requirement for registration of interior designers, the curriculum provides an overview of topics tested by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam, which must be completed before interior designers may be registered by the State of Illinois. In addition, the program is endorsed by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
By completing all required courses in this program, the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement has been met for this AAS degree.
An assessment test, available in the Assessment and Testing Center, must be taken before registering for ENG 101.
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with MGT 150 (Business Math) or Math Competency. See Math Competency options for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of AAS General Education Electives.
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
Students interested in interior design may also be interested in:
For more information about the Interior Design AAS Degree program, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.