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Course Description

Building on the conceptual and technical skills gained in the Interior Design Fundamentals course, students should gain an intermediate understanding of how materials and finishes are used in interior design. Topics include regulations and standards, millwork, textiles, and how finishes are applied to treatments for floors, walls, and ceiling surfaces. Students are also introduced to best practices for sustainable interior design such as, volatile organic compound (VOC), fire ratings, and emissions. Studio work will be supported by lectures, material presentations, and critiques.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, students will learn:

  • An understanding for the design process as it relates to materials and finishes for the purpose of design,
  • The ability to assess the requirements and make sensible selections of materials when developing design solutions,
  • The knowledge of materials and finishes that will be adaptable to various design problems, through analytical decision making,
  • The connection of material to aesthetic styles and design themes,
  • An understanding of details and how materials and finishes play a role,
  • An understanding of sustainable/environmental, building code, and life safety criteria associated with materials and finishes.

Recommended Prerequisites

CSDI-N126 Interior Design Fundamentals, or equivalent experience.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Interior Design 2: Materials and Finishes
Type
Online
Dates
Apr 10, 2025 to May 21, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $575.00
Additional Fee(s)
Adobe CC $216.00 Optional
Instructors
Required Software/Supplies
Regular access to a computer with a high speed broadband internet connection is required.
Section Notes

Online courses are delivered in an asynchronous format through a series of tutorials and related assignments which students may complete at their own pace on our Learning Management System, Canvas. The instructor is available throughout the course time period for questions and discussions. Learn more about what to expect in a Continuing Studies online course at OCAD U.

Important: Online courses have firm start and end dates. Each assignment has its own deadline. Extensions are not granted.

As a Continuing Studies student, you will receive an OCAD U user account, which will grant you access to Canvas, and our on-campus WiFi network. Your Canvas account will be enabled one week prior to the start date of your course. Please log in at https://canvascloud.ocadu.ca. If you do not know your OCAD U User ID, please check your registration confirmation email. You can reset your password here: https://login.ocadu.ca/forgot. If you need further help, please contact us at continuingstudies@ocadu.ca

After enrolling in a course, please allow up to 5 hours for your student data to migrate to Canvas.

Please note that courses may fill up early or be cancelled due to low enrollment. Students are encouraged to register early, at least ten (10) days prior to the start date of the course.