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Interior Design Technology
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interior Design Technology is designed to provide the informational, attitudinal, and technical skills required for an entry-level position as a Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) operator in an Interior Design or related office. Computer-aided design using AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, and the Adobe Creative Suite forms the core of this program. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Interior Design and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Architectural Technology is also available. Please check with your local college for program availability.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Interior Design Technology (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5071
Total credits required
30
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Apply current architectural and interior design standards in the production of construction documents and portfolio-quality working drawings.
- Use the latest 2D, 3D, and 3D parametric modeling CAD software when developing technical drawings and solid models in a manner that is efficient and compliant with standard industry practices.
- Utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) concepts in project development.
- Produce sketches, multi-view layouts, sections, details, working drawings, and building components schedules.
- Utilize traditional modeling techniques and 3D printing for project conceptualization.
- Express ideas and their rationale according to architecture and interior design standards through visual media including ideation, sketches, drawings, renderings, and plans.
- Collaborate with others in solving interior design problems.
- Apply criticism in an effective manner in the refinement of design solutions.
- Recognize industry-accepted professional standards and conduct.
Career statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Architectural and Civil Drafters
$60,080 Show expanded career information for Architectural and Civil Drafters
Interior Designers
$56,130 Show expanded career information for Interior Designers
There are additional career opportunities associated with this certificate that do not have occupational data available for Arizona at this time. These occupations are listed below:
- Drafters, All Other
- Facilities Managers
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC141 or INT131 |
Architectural CAD I: Introduction or Introduction to CAD for Interior Design | 3 | ||
| INT101 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 | ||
| INT122 | Digital Visualization for Design | 3 | ||
| INT145 | Drawing and Rendering Studio | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC142 or INT132 |
Architectural CAD II: Plans and Elevations or Advanced CAD for Interior Design | 3 | ||
| ARC/INT250 | Basic Revit | 3 | ||
| ARC251 or ARC265/INT251 |
Intermediate Revit or Sketchup I: Introduction to Sketchup | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT201 | Color and Design Communication Studio | 3 | ||
| INT260 | Interior Codes and Regulations | 3 | ||
| INT265 | Building Systems | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC141 or INT131 |
Architectural CAD I: Introduction or Introduction to CAD for Interior Design | 3 | ||
| INT101 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT122 | Digital Visualization for Design | 3 | ||
| INT145 | Drawing and Rendering Studio | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC142 or INT132 |
Architectural CAD II: Plans and Elevations or Advanced CAD for Interior Design | 3 | ||
| ARC/INT250 | Basic Revit | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARC251 or ARC265/INT251 |
Intermediate Revit or Sketchup I: Introduction to Sketchup | 3 | ||
| INT201 | Color and Design Communication Studio | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT260 | Interior Codes and Regulations | 3 | ||
| INT265 | Building Systems | 3 |
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=187182).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Interior Design Technology