Course Description
Individualized design projects or professional experiences with approved interior design-related firm or clients to explore various aspects of interior design professional practices.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Additional reading and studio projects of greater complexity and scope leading toward MFA exit course.
Athena Title
Interior Design Practicum
Non-Traditional Format
Only to be taken by students who have indicated that they can handle directed studies responsibility.
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
To extend learning experiences into various aspects of the profession. To develop an individualized program of learning based on interest and need. To document the practicum experience in written or graphic form.
Topical Outline
A practicum experience might include, but would not be limited to, interior design services rendered to a client: 1. Meet with client to determine project goals and objectives. 2. Write letter of agreement for client and obtain client's signature. 3. Produce design documents as needed. 4. Produce construction documents as needed. 5. Conduct client follow-up evaluations.