Building and Interior Systems II. 3 credits, 3 contact hours

Catalog description

Prerequisite: PHYS 102 . Restriction: For Interior Design majors only, or with department approval. An introduction to, and overview of, small-scale systems used in and affecting the design of building interiors. The needs and scope of design potentials in electrical systems (including requirements for media installations) and lighting design as they are used in, affect the design of, interiors are emphasized. Also included is an introduction to building acoustics and how basic principles affect design layout and material and furniture selection for a variety of building and construction types.