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Spring 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: November 26, 2008

Interior Design (IDES)


IDES 300    Fundamentals of Interior Design    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; or ESLR 320, ESLL 320, and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This introductory survey course addresses various aspects of the interior design industry and profession. It includes the study and application of design principles and elements; influences of historical, cultural and functional design factors; the selection and arrangement of interior furnishings and materials; and an overview of career options in interior design. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
W            09:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   M.Cooley             ARC MAIN Rm 581      16064
M            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   D.New                ARC MAIN Rm 581      16066


IDES 312    History of Interior Architecture and Furnishings II    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103, and ENGRD 116 with a grade of "C" or better; OR ESLR 320 and ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better; OR placement through assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers the historical relationship between the decorative arts, period furniture and interior architecture from the American Colonial periods through Modern and Contemporary. Emphasis is on style development as it relates to socio-economic and political factors of the times, as well as identification of specific furniture styles and architectural features. Asian, African, Mid-Eastern and other non-western styles are included.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
W            12:30PM-03:35PM   LEC   J.Pazdernik          ARC MAIN Rm 581      21598


IDES 322    Materials of Interior Design    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 and ENGRD 116 or ESLR 320, ESLL 320, ESLW 320; or placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers the industry, technology, products, and specification issues of interior finish materials. Textiles, floor coverings, paint and wall coverings, window treatments, furnishings and surface materials lighting, plumbing fixtures and appliances will be included. Field trips required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
W            06:00PM-09:05PM   LEC   M.Cooley              TBA TBA             16070
NOTE: This course consists of field trips throughout the Sacramento area. Students must provide their own transportation.


IDES 326    Interior Design Sales    3 Units

Prerequisite: IDES 324 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers various aspects of selling proposed residential and commercial design projects. Included are personal presentation, selling techniques, making the sale, closing the deal, job completion and follow up. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
W            05:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   J.Pazdernik          ARC MAIN Rm 581      22188


IDES 330    Beginning Interior Design Studio    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers basic manual drafting and presentation techniques for interior designers. Topics include development of floor plans, furniture arrangements, and elevations for interior space planning. Presentation boards and other methods of presentation are explored.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
M            09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   M.Cooley             ARC MAIN Rm 581      16892
M            10:50AM-01:55PM   LAB   M.Cooley             ARC MAIN Rm 581      
T            04:00PM-05:40PM   LEC   D.New                ARC MAIN Rm 581      16896
T            06:00PM-09:05PM   LAB   D.New                ARC MAIN Rm 581      


IDES 334    Interior Environment and Space Planning    3 Units

Prerequisite: IDES 330 with a grade of "C" or better
Corequisite: IDES 350.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the analysis and application of design concepts and space planning techniques. It includes resources necessary to creatively solve problems relative to the function and quality of human environments. Topics include the integration of barrier-free design, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), resource management and environmental psychology design. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
F            09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   M.Cooley             ARC MAIN Rm 581      22190
F            10:50AM-01:55PM   LAB   M.Yasbek             ARC MAIN Rm 581      


IDES 340    Beginning CADD for Interior Design    3 Units

Prerequisite: IDES 330 with a grade of "C" or better.
Advisory: IDES 334
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course employs beginning CADD (computer and drafting design) for interior design projects. Floor plans, space planning, elevations, and perspectives are created. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
Th           04:30PM-06:10PM   LEC   M.Rafiq              Off Campus Ethan 151 20760
Th           06:20PM-09:25PM   LAB   M.Rafiq              Off Campus Ethan 151 
NOTE: This course teaches the most current version of AutoCADD software.


IDES 342    CADD for Kitchen and Bath Design    2 Units

Prerequisite: IDES 340 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 24 hours LEC ; 36 hours LAB
Description: This kitchen and bath course explores the technical aspects of creating interior design construction documents using Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software. This advanced CADD course uses software specifically for the kitchen and bath industry. Remodels as well as new construction are included. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
W            09:00AM-10:10AM   LEC   S.Meek               Off Campus Ethan 152 22246
W            10:20AM-12:10PM   LAB   S.Meek               Off Campus Ethan 152 
NOTE: This course teaches the most current version of 20/20 software.


IDES 350    Codes and Universal Access for Interior Design    2 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 and ENGRD 116 or ESLR 320, ESLL 320, ESLW 320, or placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course explores local, state and federal regulations, codes and specifications concerning life-safety issues, and barrier free access (American Disabilities Act universal design requirements) relative to residential and contract design. Special attention is given to performance, health-safety, and barrier free design when estimating and preparing specifications for space planning, materials and furnishings/products.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
TBA          TBA               LEC   M.Cooley             ARC MAIN Online     20508
NOTE: Students must log onto Blackboard
blackboard.losrios.edu) by midnight (PST), Thursday, January 22, 2009, to complete the mandatory orientation and provide a current e-mail address when registering in this course.


IDES 351    Codes and Universal Access Lab    1 Unit

Prerequisite: IDES 334 and IDES 350 with a grade of "C" or better..
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 and ENGRD 116 or ESLR 320, ESLL 320, ESLW 320; or placement through assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LAB
Description: This course applies the content and skills from IDES 350 to various design scenarios requiring universal design, barrier-free design and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance. Projects are drafted following prescribed criteria.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
T            09:00AM-12:05PM   LAB   M.Cooley             ARC MAIN Rm 581      21604


IDES 354    Reading Construction Documents    2 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 and ENGRD 116 or ESLR 320, ESLL 320, ESLW 320; or placement through assessment process; MATH 32 or placement through assessment process; CISC 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course covers the language of construction documents and specifications including: symbols, conventions, scales, nomenclature, contract documents, specifications and uniform building codes.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
Th           02:30PM-04:20PM   LEC   A.Starkey            ARC MAIN Rm 581      21596


IDES 361    Beginning Kitchen Design    3 Units

Prerequisite: IDES 330 and 354 with grades of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the design of efficient and aesthetic kitchens. Space considerations, equipment, materials, building codes and human factors are included. This course facilitates the needs of those trying to pass the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) certification exam. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
Th           05:00PM-06:50PM   LEC   A.Starkey            ARC MAIN Rm 581      31337
Th           07:00PM-10:05PM   LAB   A.Starkey            ARC MAIN Rm 581      


IDES 498    Work Experience in Interior Design    1-4 Units

Prerequisite: IDES 341, 362, and 376 with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 300 hours LAB
Description: This course provides supervised work experience in interior design and home furnishing placements. Students work in furniture stores, or with designers and design establishments. Essential aspects of the home furnishing trade are covered. Job placement is not guaranteed but assistance is provided by the coordinator. Field trips are required.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TBA          TBA               LEC   M.Yasbek              TBA TBA             21606
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.Yasbek              TBA TBA             
Mandatory Orientation:    Wednesday, January 21    03:00PM-04:00PM    Rm 581


IDES 499    Experimental Offering in Interior Design    .5-4 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
Intro to Lighting Design
Th           09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   D.New                ARC MAIN Rm 581      31435
Th           10:50AM-01:55PM   LAB   D.New                ARC MAIN Rm 581      
Units: 3
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Description:This course introduces the basic concepts of lighting design in both commercial and residential interiors. Topics include photometrics, lamps and sources, and effective lighting control. Field trips may be required.



Advanced Interior Design Business Practices
M            09:00AM-12:05PM   LEC   D.New                Off Campus Ethan 152 22776
M            12:15PM-03:20PM   LAB   D.New                Off Campus Ethan 152 
Units: 3
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course builds on the skills introduced in the entry level business practices course. Topics include preparing effective contracts for both residential and commercial projects. In addition students will learn how to prepare proposals, marketing materials, contracts and portfolio materials for either residential or commercial projects. It also covers successfully managing interior design drawings and documents, from creation and presentation to long term storage solutions. Field trips may be required

Spring 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: November 26, 2008

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