Interior Decorating (PINDE) Ontario College Diploma

Interior Decorating – (PINDE) Ontario College Diploma

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start INSTITUTION INFORMATION Name of Sheridan College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning Institution:

Trafalgar Road Campus: 1430 Trafalgar Road Oakville, ON L6H 2L1 905-845-9430

Davis Campus: 7899 McLaughlin Road Brampton, ON L6V 1G6 905-459-7533

Locations: Hazel McCallion Campus: (Campus Location 4180 Duke of York Boulevard of Program is in Mississauga, ON L5B 0G5 bold) 905-845-9430 Skills Training Centre: 407 Iroquois Shore Road Oakville, ON L6H 1M3 905-845-9430

Website Address: www.sheridancollege.ca

All Sheridan campuses are accessible by local public transit, with convenient connections to GO Transit. Visit: www.sheridancollege.ca / About Sheridan/ Campus Info/ How to Get to Sheridan

Second Career Coordinator: Deborah Campbell

Phone: 905-459-7533 or 905-845-9430 ext. 5068 Contact Person: Fax: 905-874-4385 E-mail: [email protected]

Application Process/Offer of 1. If you have been provided with a Second Career Application Package by Admission/Letter your Employment Assessment Centre, please review Sheridan’s full-time of Acceptance: program admission requirements outlined below under Program-Specific Admission Requirements. Please note that to be extended an offer to Sheridan and obtain an acceptance letter, you are required to meet the admission requirements. We will be pleased to talk with you about your program and Second Career. Also, please attend a Sheridan Second Career Information Session - times and locations are noted at www.sheridancollege.ca under Programs and Courses, then select Second Career. 2. Please apply to your program choice through the Ontario Colleges website at: www.ontariocolleges.ca. Please provide transcripts or request mature student testing, if you meet the criteria (see below Mature Student Status). There is a $95 non-refundable application fee, payable Page 1 of 16

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start INSTITUTION INFORMATION to Ontario Colleges. 3. If Sheridan determines you do not meet the admission requirements through transcripts or testing, we will provide you with information about how you can most efficiently obtain the necessary prerequisites through Sheridan’s Upgrading or ESL Programs. 4. If you are accepted into your program choice, you will receive an offer of admission and, subsequently, a detailed acceptance letter, which you will submit with your Second Career funding application.

Certification of Sheridan is an Ontario Public College and is certified to issue T2202A tax School: receipts. Sheridan recognizes that some students who enter a program at the College will have earned postsecondary credits at other recognized postsecondary institutions and may wish to apply these credits towards the Sheridan credential. Advanced standing refers to the transferring of credit earned at another recognized postsecondary institution towards a Sheridan credential.

Students may apply to receive advanced standing for specific Sheridan course(s) based on the successful completion of similar courses at other recognized postsecondary institutions subject to meeting applicable Sheridan policies. Advanced Candidates must have achieved a minimum course grade of C grade in the course Standing: that is being considered for advanced standing, or the minimum pass for the course for promotion within the program, whichever is higher.

Courses considered for advanced standing must have been completed within five years prior to the request.

Please refer to the full time Advanced Standing policy on Sheridan’s Policies and Procedures website for specific details. Mac users please note: you must use Firefox, Opera or Netscape to access the documents on the Policies and Procedures website. PROGRAM INFORMATION Program Interior Decorating – Ontario College Diploma Name/Credential: Program-Specific Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required Admission courses: Requirements:  One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)

 One senior-level visual arts credit at the (M) or (Open) level with a minimum 65%*

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 A portfolio*

Mature Student Status – Mature students do not possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or equivalent, and are 19 years of age or older before the starting date of the program.

Mature students who apply to Sheridan’s certificate and diploma programs must demonstrate their ability to work at the postsecondary level in one of the following ways:

 *Applicants who are unable to complete a visual arts credit or who achieved less than 65% in their visual arts credit will be required to submit a portfolio. A portfolio assessment fee will be charged.  By successfully completing equivalency testing in English and/or mathematics and/or; science or  By completing a program of academic upgrading at a level appropriate to the program of choice.*

Mature students must demonstrate proficiency in meeting specific program prerequisites.

*If you do not have the required English, you may wish to enroll in Sheridan’s Academic Upgrading program to obtain equivalent credit. Sheridan also offers an ESL program. Preparatory training, such as academic upgrading, is eligible for Second Career funding, subject to the approval of Employment Ontario.

APPLICANT SELECTION

Eligible applicants are selected on the assessment of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses), and the results of their portfolio assessment, if required.

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.

*Course duration for January starts is 16 months continuous.

Start/End dates by semester: Sept. 3, 2013 Jan. 6, 2014 Sept. 2, 2014 Jan. 5, 2015 September 2013 1 To 2 To 3 To 4 To Start Dec. 13, 2013 April 17, 2014 Dec. 12, 2014 April 17, 2015

This is a full time program over 2 years: (4 semesters of 14 weeks each) Hours per week: 18 (daytime hours between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday)

Programs starting in September have a four month break over the summer (from approximately mid-April to end of August) between first and second year. The Christmas break is approximately 3 weeks, and breaks between semesters are 2 Program Length/ weeks. Hours/Weeks: Programs starting in January and May run continuously over 16 months (no summer break). The Christmas break is approximately 3 weeks, and breaks between semesters are 2 weeks.

Students will be notified about their class schedule and timetable prior to the beginning of each semester. Class Size: Approx. 35

Course Outline: See Program Outline section below

Registration Fee – (applicable at time The non-refundable application processing fee paid to Ontario Colleges covers of publication – application processing for one application cycle. subject to change without notice):

• Year 1: $4,601.22 Tuition fees are regulated by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. Annual Tuition *Tuition for programs starting September 2013, and subsequent terms, is subject 2012/13 – to increase and will be updated when the increase has been determined. (applicable at time of publication – • Year 2: subject to change without notice): By action of the Ontario government, a change may be made to year two tuition. For purposes of your research, please use the year one tuition.

Parking for programs starting September 2013, and subsequent terms, is subject Parking 2012/13 – to increase and will be updated when the increase has been determined. (applicable at time of publication – • One Month: $80.00 subject to change • One Semester (September to January): $186.00 without notice): • Two Semesters (September to May): $343.00 Page 4 of 16

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start INSTITUTION INFORMATION • Three Semesters (September to August): $410.00

Cost for books, etc. for programs starting September 2013, and subsequent terms, is subject to increase and will be updated when the increase has been determined.

Year 1 Books: $512.00 Additional Costs Expendable Supplies: $599.00 2012/13– (applicable at time Year 2 (subject to increase) of publication – Books: $512.00 subject to change Expendable Supplies: $599.00 without notice): Mobile Program - laptop required: Mobile computing programs require the use of a laptop as a mandatory component of curriculum during academic terms. New students in mobile computing programs must bring a laptop of their choice that will meet the program’s requirements. For more information please refer to: mobilecomputing.sheridaninstitute.ca.

If you are required to submit a portfolio, a portfolio assessment fee will be Other: charged.

Option 1: Payment of total fees for one full year should be paid in full by the tuition Payment Policy for deadline. Please refer to your Fees Invoice for tuition deadlines as deadlines Second Career: vary depending on when you are extended and accept an offer.

To officially withdraw from Sheridan full time programs, you must do so in writing by submitting to the Office of the Registrar an “Application for Term or Complete Refund/Withdrawal Program Withdrawal” form available at all Sheridan Student Advisement offices. If Policy: you withdraw by the tenth scheduled day of the term, then all fees are refunded for that term, minus a $100 administrative processing charge.

Your Second Career in Interior In Sheridan’s two-year Interior Decorating diploma program, your creativity will Decorating: stand out — and get noticed. You’ll do more than learn the fundamentals of the craft; you’ll excel. Our students consistently have taken honours in the Canadian Decorators Association (CDECA) student competition.

One of only four interior decorating programs accredited by both CDECA and CDAD (Canadian Decorators and Designers Association) , Sheridan offers the comprehensive, industry-specific training you need to launch your career in interior decorating. You will:

 Work in a professional studio environment  Get trained on industry-standard software

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start INSTITUTION INFORMATION  Have full access to finishes, paints, and samples in our decorating and design resource room.  Take field trips to showrooms, decorating studios, and decorating and design exhibitions  Be taught by active practitioners with years of interior decorating experience and knowledge of current trends

A Full Professional Skill-Set

The Interior Decorating diploma program covers a full range of professional skills. You’ll learn to:

 Plan and design residential and small commercial environments, from programming to final presentation drawings  Draft using professional standards to visually communicate details and design concepts  Freehand draw, sketch and apply mixed media to presentations  Design and implement marketing and sales strategies  Prepare portfolio and decorating presentations  Utilize effective verbal and graphic communication skills  Enhance visual presentations using industry software such as 2020 Kitchen and Bath, Sketchup, and AutoCAD

You’ll enter the work force with a developed interior decorating sensibility, plus the business acumen to compete for clients and run an efficient, profitable business.

Additional Benefits

The program includes a three-week work placement at the end of the second year, as well as periodic field trips to local design shows and product showrooms. You’ll even have the opportunity to take trips to such destinations as Italy, New York, Prague, Mexico, Spain and Paris.

In addition, Sheridan is the only interior decorating program in Canada to teach via mobile computing. Using your own laptop, you’ll work collaboratively with faculty and classmates while enjoying 24/7 access to coursework, lecture notes, assignments, presentations, and other resources. Because it mimics the structure of the workplace, mobile computing gives Sheridan graduates a significant advantage in the job market. See Mobile Computing (link) for more information.

Interior Decorating classes take place at the Trafalgar Road campus in Oakville, Ontario.

Career opportunities/ Graduates may gain employment in a variety of creative and exciting positions Employment such as:

 Kitchen and bath design consultant  Sales consultant in retail or wholesale showrooms  Decorator for home builder  Colour consultant  Home stager  Merchandiser for home fashions Prospects/Success  Salesperson in art, antiques, and other fine accessories Factors:  Professional rendererer  Entrepreneur

Alumni of Sheridan can access all in-person and web-site Career Centre’s services for assistance in Career Counselling and Employment Advising for one year after their graduation date. After one year, they can access all web-site services including jobs.sheridan (our on-line job posting system).

Method of Courses are instructor-led. Students will engage in a variety of applied learning Instruction: and experiential activities and will complete multiple industry projects. Equipment Students will have access to computers in open access computer labs. Availability: Instructor Qualifications: College faculty are hired based on a combination of industry experience and academic qualifications. Most full-time faculty have relevant Master’s degrees and/or professional certifications where applicable to their field of expertise.

Faculty are provided with opportunities to engage in professional development to ensure currency in their field as well as proficiency in teaching adults.

All Sheridan’s programs are designed and kept up to date with input from Program Advisory Committees that include representation from employers and industry organizations. Curriculum Design: Network for Innovation & Leadership in Education at Sheridan (NILES) at Sheridan oversees the design of new programs and courses and maintains a schedule of program review to keep programs up to date.

Evaluation of Instructors, Students have the opportunity to complete a formal evaluation of the course and Courses and instructor at the end of each course. Programs: In addition, students can participate in the Student Satisfaction Survey to evaluate their program.

Public colleges must survey students, graduates and employers as mandated by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities to obtain information on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Please visit Please visit: Sheridan Home Page, About Sheridan, Sheridan at a Glance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Page 7 of 16

Sheridan classrooms and campus facilities are accessible and are designed to support a wide range of applied learning activities. Classrooms and labs are equipped with modern technology, including digital AV teaching and learning aids. Physical Facilities: At the Davis and Trafalgar Road campuses, gyms and fitness centres, full-service cafeterias, modern learning resource centres and vibrant student centres contribute to supporting student learning and life. Both campuses have attractive grounds that provide a relaxing counterpoint to the hustle and bustle of student activity.

As a public college, Sheridan is able to offer a full range of student services and supports:

Athletics and Recreation

Career Centre (job search assistance): available for one year following graduation

Counselling and Special Needs Services Additional Supports and Accessible Learning Services Resources Available: Library Services

Peer Tutoring and Mentoring

Health Services

Student Advisement Centre

Student Union

Sheridan’s Accessible Learning Services facilitates equal access for eligible students with disabilities by coordinating reasonable academic accommodations Special and support services. Accommodation plans and services are tailored to Accommodations: correspond with the disability related needs of each student and are determined based on the documentation provided and program specific requirements.

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PROGRAM OUTLINE

Course Requirements: Hours / Course code: Course Name: week: Semester 1:

DESN 13314 Anthropometrics and Ergonomics 3

DESN 10065 Principles of Drafting 3

DESN 10016 Drawing Techniques 3

DESN 15436 Fundamentals of Design 3

DESN 14049 Colour Theory and Interior Applications 3

COMM 19999 Essential Communication Skills 3

TOTAL HOURS PER WEEK 18

Semester 2:

HIST 15288 History of the Decorative Arts 3

DESN 10000 Interior Environments - Space Planning Basics 3

DESN 10123 Drafting - Residential Spaces 3

DESN 12758 Finishes and Sustainable Issues 3

DESN 10049 Visual Concepts and Principles 3

DESN 10199 Textiles and Applications 3

GNED General Education Elective 3

Semester 3:

DESN 25738 Interior Environments – Residential 3

INFO 24579 CAD for Decorators – Introduction 3

DESN 25738 Rendering and Presentation Skills 1 3

DESN 20025 Lighting 3

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start DESN 27370 Window Treatments and Soft Furnishings 3

BUSM 24693 Business for the Arts 3

GNED General Education Elective 3

Semester 4:

DESN 26367 Interior Environments – Portfolio 3

INFO 20016 CAD for Professional Practice 3

DESN 20001 Drawing and Communication Skills: Commercial Spaces 3

DESN 23921 Drafting and Detailing 3

DESN 29402 Kitchen and Bathroom Design 3

BUSM 29798 Professional Promotion and Sales/Placement 3

DESN 25436 Home Fashion Display and Home Staging 3

** Note: Courses subject to change.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Code: DESN COURSE Anthropometrics and Ergonomics Hours / wk: 3 13314 In this course students learn how interior decorators incorporate basic data about human body measurements (anthropometrics) and the study of people and their relationship with the environment around them (ergonomics) into decorating solutions. Specifically, students will explore the principles and practices of anthropometrics and ergonomics and apply them to different decorating applications including the design of basic furniture and interior spaces. Furthermore, students will examine the impact of human diversity (gender, age, ethnicity, and disability) on decorating solutions. Students will apply their knowledge of anthropometrics and ergonomics through in-class exercises and practical assignments.

COURSE Principles of Drafting Code: DESN 10065 Hours / wk: 3

In this course students learn a practical approach to basic conventions and techniques in

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start architectural drafting. The ability to communicate ideas and concepts through architectural drawings is emphasized and reinforced through practical applications in the drafting studio. Areas of study include drafting equipment, architectural lettering, mathematics, conventional projection principles and methods of indicating sections. Students are introduced to the drafting of residential spaces and produce residential plans and elevations.

COURSE Drawing Techniques Code: DESN 10016 Hours / wk: 3

In this course students are introduced to the basic drawing skills appropriate to interior decorating practice. Emphasis is placed on the use of freehand analytical drawing, freehand concept sketching (including thumbnail sketching) and a fundamental understanding of paraline drawings. Students are exposed to a variety of media and tonal techniques, including sketching pencils, black felt tip pen and grey markers. Subject matter surveyed ranges from simple three- dimensional objects to furniture, accessories as well as interior spaces.

COURSE Fundamentals of Design Code: DESN 15436 Hours / wk: 3

The elements and principles of design are the foundation of all forms of visual and functional arts. Students begin by examining the theoretical basis of the principles and elements of design and apply those theories to practical applications. By exploring the "under structure" of what is commonly referred to as "good design", it enables students to set up criteria with which to evaluate design projects.

COURSE Colour Theory and Interior Applications Code: DESN 14049 Hours / wk: 3

In this course students are introduced to fundamental colour theory and how colour is used to influence individual response to physical space. Students study the historical and cultural context of colour theory. Learning is reinforced through practical applications that build their awareness of spatial, psychological and practical aspects of colour application in interior space.

Code: COMM COURSE Essential Communication Skills Hours / wk: 3 19999 Essential Communication Skills is an introduction to college-level English that develops transferable communication skills required by students for both academic and professional success: writing, reading, speaking, presenting, listening and visual literacy. Students become familiar with various writing styles, and course work provides opportunities for students to read, analyze and practice a variety of structures and formats. Students develop critical reading and response strategies, create well-reasoned reports, edit their own work, perform the fundamentals of academic research and give effective oral presentations. Course work includes a variety of learning experiences including lectures, lab work and collaboration.

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start Interior Environments - Space Planning Code: DESN COURSE Hours / wk: 3 Basics 10000 Effective space planning is an essential basis for every decision in interior decorating. It sets the stage for every successful interiors project. In this course, students will apply the concepts learned in Anthropometrics and Ergonomics to create effective use of space and to arrange furniture for residential spaces. Through in-class exercises and assignments, students will apply these theories to design interiors that work functionally and please aesthetically.

COURSE Drafting - Residential Spaces Code: DESN 10123 Hours / wk: 3

In this course students learn systems drafting techniques commonly used in architectural drawings. Lectures will include architectural working drawings, standard architectural symbols and abbreviations, materials representation, as well as, plans, elevations, sections, millwork and cabinetry drawings. Students will apply their knowledge through the practice of exercises and the execution of design and working assignments, elevating their skills to an intermediate level.

COURSE Finishes and Sustainable Issues Code: DESN 12758 Hours / wk: 3

In this course students are introduced to the variety of finishes and materials applied to wall, floor and ceiling surfaces in residential and commercial interiors. In exploring each of the finishes, students take the client profile, application considerations and issues of sustainability into account. Finishes are examined in terms of their associations with each other and the surfaces to which they are applied. Students use research skills to familiarize them with sourcing, properties and applications of a variety of materials. In-class activities provide opportunities to develop decor solutions and product estimating. Field trips and guest speakers from the trades provide awareness as to the relationship between the decorator and industry.

COURSE Visual Concepts and Principles Code: DESN 10049 Hours / wk: 3

Interior Decorating is the process of creating interiors for three-dimensional spaces we live and work in. In this course, students will apply the principles and elements of design to explore the organization of objects in space. Students will use a variety of materials and media, integrating conceptual sketching and problem solving skills to explore three-dimensional form/space relationships. Assignments and in-class exercises will focus on objects and forms as well as space and interiors.

COURSE Textiles and Applications Code: DESN 10199 Hours / wk: 3

Textiles are utilized in all residential and commercial projects in the form of upholstery, drapery, bedding and soft furnishings. The study of textiles can be broken down into three components: identification, sourcing and application. Under the component of identification, students examine the categorization of textiles by fibre, weave, yarn, dyeing and printing. Under the component of

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start sourcing, students discuss the decorator/trade relationship which includes a field trip to a textile showroom. Finally, under the component of application, students explore issues around specifications, testing and sustainability. Students develop a variety of creative, hands-on projects in order to hone their skills in the selection of textiles that meet the visual and performance requirements of the interior space.

COURSE History of the Decorative Arts Code: HIST 15288 Hours / wk: 3

This course provides students with a basic overview of the development of the decorative arts in Europe, England, and North America from the emergence of court styles in the late 17th century through the Victorian Era, Arts and Crafts movement, Art Deco, and the Bauhaus. Areas of study include architecture, furniture, ceramics, textiles and metalwork. Through projects, tests and in- class assignments, students learn about stylistic and technical developments, as well as social and historical forces that have affected the design of objects and interiors.

COURSE General Education Elective Code: GNED Hours / wk: 3

The purpose of General Education in the Ontario College system is to contribute to the development of citizens who are conscious of the diversity, complexity, and richness of the human experience; who are able to establish meaning through this consciousness; and who, as a result, are able to contribute thoughtfully, creatively, and positively to the society in which they live and work.

Code: DESN COURSE Interior Environments - Residential Hours / wk: 3 25738 Good architectural design and decorating is essential to one¿s physical and spiritual well-being. In this course, students apply the fundamental skills needed to plan interior spaces for all types of homes and in varying decorative styles. Through in-class exercises and assignments, students apply these key design concepts to create a well designed home.

COURSE CAD for Decorators - Introduction Code: INFO 24579 Hours / wk: 3

Computer Aided Design (CAD) allows interior decorating professionals to create electronic drawings which respond to industry needs. In this course students learn the fundamentals of computer aided design. Students setup Auto CAD 2D drawings, while applying design and drafting concepts. They initiate 2D draw and modify commands and produce scaled hard copy and file outputs. Through assignments and tests, students develop skills creating effective Auto CAD drawing files. They apply basic materials, notes and dimensions to their drawings as well as create a primary Auto CAD fixture and symbol library.

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start COURSE Rendering and Presentation Skills 1 Code: DESN 20065 Hours / wk: 3

In this course, students build on the fundamental technical drawing and communication skills introduced in Semesters 1 and 2. Mechanical perspective drawing skills are developed in order to clarify and enhance interior decoration concepts in terms of architectural detail, lighting solutions and furnishing selection. Texture and material rendition skills are explored utilizing a variety of media and techniques in order to convey client character and function within residential interiors. Students explore these concepts through instructor demonstrations, interactive lectures, in-class exercises and assignments. Participants complete the perspective and rendering component for the final project of the Interiors course in this class.

COURSE Lighting Code: DESN 20025 Hours / wk: 3

Lighting is an integral part of all design projects. In this course, students develop a fundamental knowledge of the principles of lighting. They explore light as a design element, lighting technology and the environmental issues related to lighting. Through projects, tests, and field trips, students develop skills to create effective lighting designs and create comfortable environments that encourage the well-being of others.

Window Treatments and Soft COURSE Code: DESN 27370 Hours / wk: 3 Furnishings In this course students apply their knowledge of window treatments in order to recommend appropriate treatments that meets the client's needs. Fundamental skills are applied to accurately calculate yardages and costs for the window treatments. Students provide detailed instructions for the various trades involved in the execution of the project from measuring to installation. Students explore these concepts through instructor demonstrations, interactive lectures, in-class exercises, assignments and field trips.

COURSE Business for the Arts Code: BUSM 24693 Hours / wk: 3

This course is an introduction to entrepreneurship - starting new business ventures. Students will learn how to assess entrepreneurial ventures and research a selected business opportunity. The course focuses on the entrepreneurship process and entrepreneurship in Canada. There is emphasis on practical vocational skills in researching, analyzing and reporting on a business opportunity. This course is ideal for those who see themselves as starting their own business. This course can be a stand alone course or followed by Entrepreneurship II. (In Entrepreneurship II students will use the research from this course to develop a business plan for a new venture).

COURSE General Education Elective Code: GNED Hours / wk: 3

The purpose of General Education in the Ontario College system is to contribute to the development of citizens who are conscious of the diversity, complexity, and richness of the

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start human experience; who are able to establish meaning through this consciousness; and who, as a result, are able to contribute thoughtfully, creatively, and positively to the society in which they live and work.

COURSE Interior Environments - Portfolio Code: DESN 26367 Hours / wk: 3

In this course students are introduced to the parameters of decorating for a commercial client as a foundation on which to generate creative decorating solutions for commercial spaces. Through in-class exercises and assignments, students examine functional requirements and aesthetic considerations in designing small commercial environments. This includes planning and designing small commercial spaces - from the programming to the final presentation drawings, based on a specified client/company profile.

COURSE CAD for Professional Practice Code: INFO 20016 Hours / wk: 3

Computer Aided Design (CAD) is an essential tool in the interior decorating industry. In this course students build on the introductory skills developed in the previous CAD course in order to create professional drawings that meet industry standards. Students setup drawings and apply design and drafting skills using a fixture library. Students complete the drawings with basic material rendering, notes and dimensions. They create practical implementations in 2D draw and modify commands in CAD to produce scaled hard copy and file outputs.

Drawing and Communication Skills: COURSE Code: DESN 20001 Hours / wk: 3 Commercial Spaces In this course, students apply their developing mechanical perspective principles and methodology in communicating interior decorating concepts. Furthermore, students apply greater speed and spontaneity to drawing, design, and presentation execution as required. In so doing, students demonstrate freehand drawing and perspective study that involve specific line and colour application techniques. Through in class drawing and journal exercises, students develop and utilize freehand drawing, sketching and media application skills in order to convey and present commercial interior concepts in a timely manner. Students further enhance their visual presentations utilizing industry software programs. Participants complete the concept communication components for the final project of the interiors course in this class.

COURSE Drafting and Detailing Code: DESN 23921 Hours / wk: 3

In this advanced course, students continue the development of drafting skills in order to reach professional standards, visually communicating details underlying the design concept. Students will study metric measurement, power telephone plans, reflected ceiling plans and sectional,

Program Profile for Second Career September 2013 start detail and cabinetry drawings.

COURSE Kitchen and Bathroom Design Code: DESN 29402 Hours / wk: 3 In this course, students work on concept and design development, plans, elevations and rendered perspectives for the most popular renovations in homes today; the kitchen and bathroom. Furthermore students produce quotations for kitchen and bathroom projects. Through in-class exercises and assignments students learn to design custom kitchens that work efficiently for their client¿s lifestyle. Throughout the course, students work with current industry standard software which prepares them to enter the field of specialized kitchen and bathroom design. Professional Promotion and COURSE Code: BUSM 29798 Hours / wk: 3 Sales/Placement This course introduces students to the role of visual promotion of interior decorating services in today's economy. Students will learn how to analyse and interpret demographic material and demonstrate an ability to implement it in a targeted sales package. By practicing presentation and selling techniques, students learn to support the marketing strategies discussed in class. Field placements add to the students' professional experience. Students examine the promotion function through interactive lectures, project work and role-playing. A field placement provides the student an opportunity to apply marketing and/or more general interior decorating knowledge and skills in an employment situation. Home Fashion Display and Home COURSE Code: DESN 25436 Hours / wk: 3 Staging Students are introduced to the basics of home fashions display and home staging. Students will apply principles and elements of design studied in year one to display and staging scenarios. Areas of study include themes, colours and current trends in home fashions, green living, the business of home staging, and evaluating and implementing changes for a home staging project. Students will explore concepts through in-class exercises and role play, execution of assignments and hands on application.

ADDITIONAL NOTES All information current at time of publication - subject to change without notice.