Associate of Applied Science Degree
This program emphasizes preparation for a career as an interior designer. The student will learn to develop not only creative abilities and how to express them, but also the methods and processes needed to practice design responsibly and profitably.

Students enrolled in this program can expect additional expenses of approximately $2500 for textbooks, course materials, equipment, and project supplies.

Program Admission Requirements:

Attend an Interior Design Program Orientation prior to first registration. Call the Interior Design Office at 303-797-5922 for an appointment. Complete ACCUPLACER assessment with the following minimum scores:

• 80 on Reading Comprehension
• 95 on Sentence Skills
• 57 on Arithmetic

Exceptions to the required ACCUPLACER assessment will be made for students who:

• Achieved equivalent ACT or SAT scores (within the last two years) or
• Have earned a college degree (Associate or higher); or
• Have completed a college-level mathematics and college-level writing course with a grade of “C” or higher; or
• Have completed any necessary remedial course(s), if required, with a grade of “C” or higher before taking Interior Design courses.

Call the ACC Testing Center at 303-797-5993 to determine procedures, location and/or hours of operation.

Students wishing to transfer in General Education credits to fulfill degree requirements must have official transcripts sent to ACC Admissions and Records Office and fill out a request for transcript evaluation form. Call the Admissions and Records office at 303-797-5621 for further information about this process.

Students wishing to transfer in Interior Design credits to fulfill degree requirements must go through a portfolio review prior to beginning the program. After attending an orientation, call 303-797-5922 for an appointment to review an interior design portfolio only. This will not include a transcript evaluation for General Education.

NOTE: All courses required for this A.A.S. degree must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to meet admission and graduation requirements.

*NOTE: This will be the last year this class will be available. All future students must enroll in CAD 101 and CAD 102

OR *CAD 101 AND CAD 102 with IND Department Chair approval.

To waive or challenge CIS 118, contact IdaLynn Gedde (CIS Dept.) at 303-797-5886.

ENG 131 can be waived under certain circumstances. Call 303-797-5825 for information.

A list of approved Elective courses can be found in this ACC Catalog under “General Education Requirements for A.A.S. Degrees.”

Interior Architecture
Degree and Certificate Requirements
2008-09 Catalog

Certificate
This Certificate is intended for students who have completed an Associate Degree in Interior Design. It provides extra professional training to make the graduate more versatile and valuable in the field of Commercial Interior Design.

Showroom Assistant
Degree and Certificate Requirements
2008-09 Catalog

Certificate
This certificate emphasizes preparation for work assisting customers in a retail store or showroom that sells home furnishings or finishes. The student will learn basic elements and principles of design, as well as basic computer and sales skills.

Students enrolled in this program can expect additional expenses of approximately $1000 for textbooks, course materials and equipment and project supplies.

The certificate may be tailored to fit various job types. Specific employers may require additional courses.

Admission Requirements for Showroom Assistant Program:

Attend an Interior Design Program Orientation prior to first registration. Call the Interior Design Office at 303-797-5922 for an appointment. Call 303-797-5974 for general information.

Complete ACCUPLACER assessment with the following minimum scores:

• 80 on Reading Comprehension
• 95 on Sentence Skills
• 57 on Arithmetic

Exceptions to the required ACCUPLACER assessment will be made for students who:

• Achieved equivalent ACT or SAT scores (within the last two years) or
• Have earned a college degree (Associate or higher); or
• Have completed a college-level mathematics and college level writing course with a grade of “C” or higher; or
• Have completed any necessary remedial course(s), if required, with a grade of “C” or higher before taking Interior Design courses.

Students must consult with an Interior Design Faculty advisor before enrolling in any elective courses.

NOTE: All courses required for this certificate must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to meet admission and graduation requirements.

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