Interior Architecture & Design

This certificate combines design-oriented studio activities with the study of design theory and presentation skills. Students learn to formulate and demonstrate a basic understanding of interior design concepts and to analyze a client’s needs, goals, and requirements to prepare an interior design solution of a space or structure. Common occupations for students who complete this certificate include drafter/designer in an architecture office, interior design project developer, interior design consultant, staging designer for movie production/residential and commercial projects, and furniture designer.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed the requisite units outlined in the major requirements with at least 6 semester units of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to create design solutions relevant to the needs of clients, environmental sustainability, safety, cultural and societal needs; present final design project through verbal and visual media to a range of audiences and clients; and prepare working drawings and specifications for non-load bearing interior construction with adherence to applicable industry standards.

 Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
ARCH 101	Drafting and Basic Design	3
ARCH 109	Sketching Techniques for Architects and Interior Designers	3
ARCH 141	Interior Design	3
ARCH 142	Advanced Interior Design	3
ARCH 143	Commercial Interior Design	3
ARCH 250	Introduction to Autodesk Revit Architecture	3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		18

ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN. Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.