The Interior Design program provides career education in the creation of safe, functional, productive and aesthetically pleasing interior and exterior environments for work, home, health and recreation. You will investigate many topics ranging from the interaction between human beings and their environments, to design conception and problem solving, to project management and more. Student activities culminate in the development of an exit portfolio and resume demonstrating the skills and knowledge for a professional position in one of many concentration areas.

Sample careers in this field: Interior designer, landscape designer, retail designer

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Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

GENERAL EDUCATION -- 19 CREDITS
		Survey of Art and Culture I	3
		Survey of Art and Culture II	3
		English Composition	3
		Life Skills Elective	1
		Math Elective	3
		Life/Physical Sciences Elective	3
		Fundamentals of Public Speaking	3
		or
		Introduction to Interpersonal Communication	3
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 24 CREDITS
		Design Theory	3
		Drafting and Construction	3
		Introduction to Interior Design	3
		Design Presentations	3
		Interior Materials	3
		Professional Practice	3
		Portfolio Preparation-Internship	3
		CAD for Environmental Designers	3
CONCENTRATION -- 12 CREDITS
REGIONALLY DETERMINED --  (Limit = 12)
TOTAL CREDITS			67

"My Ivy Tech experience was great! The staff and faculty are wonderful. In the two years I attended Ivy Tech, I learned more than I ever could have imagined."
Elizabeth Seymour
Graduate, '07

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Interior Design concentrations

Decorative Arts & Design
Garden Design
Interior Design