| Syllabus | EALRs |
Syllabus
Welcome to Interior Design!
The following information will provide you with knowledge to assist you in a successful and creative experience in this course.
Textbook : Homes Today and Tomorrow, Ruth F. Sherwood, 2002, Glecoe-McGraw Hill |
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Units of Instruction :
- Housing is a Universal Need
- Careers in Housing and Interiors
- Using Design
- Planning Interior Environments
- Designs for Living
Essential Question
What skills and knowledge do I need to know to create attractive and harmonious interior environments in my home and for others?
Expectation
Daily attendance, participation in all projects and course work, show respect for self and others, and a positive attitude.
Grading for Course
Grades are based on percentage of possible points, attendance, and participation.
93% - 100% A 90% - 92% A- |
87%
- 89% B+ 83% - 86% B 80% - 82% B- |
77% - 79% C+ 73% - 76% C 70% - 72% C- |
less than 70% F |
Behavior
Appropriate Behavior is important in a class such as Interiors, where group and individual projects will allow for a great deal of student directed work and creativity. Please consider the following protocol for inappropriate behavior or disruptions :
Level 1 : If you
display inappropriate behavior you will be provided a verbal warning.
Level 2 : If the behavior continues you will be asked to leave the
classroom and parent Will be contacted.
Level 3 : I behavior continues a referral will be made to academy
principal and a Behavior plan will be constructed and followed by
student if they wish to Remain in course. (See discipline code in
student handbook).
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EALR's
1. The student uses a variety of ways to communicate ideas that empower, strengthen, and improve the lives of individuals and families.
1. Evaluate client's needs, goals, and resources in creating design
plans for housing, interiors, and furnishings
2. Prepare renderings, elevations, and sketches using appropriate media
3. Prepare visual presentations including legends, keys, and schedules
2. The student acquires the knowledge and skills necessary to manage human, economic, material, and information resources to improve the quality of life for individuals and families.
1. Determine the principles and elements of design
2. Determine the psychological impact that the principles and elements
of design have on the individual
3. Determine the effects that the principles and elements of design have
on aesthetics and function
4. Research product information, including, but not limited to floor
coverings, wall coverings, textiles, window treatments, furniture, lighting
fixtures, kitchen and bath fixtures and equipment, accessories, and building
materials
5. Analyze influences on architectural and furniture design and development
6. Draw an interior space to scale using correct architecture symbols
and drafting skills
3. The student applies the Family Consumer Science (FCS) knowledge and skills to reason and solve problems.
1. Examine floor plans for efficiency and safety in areas including
but not limited to zones, traffic patterns, storage, electrical, and
mechanical systems
2. Arrange furniture placement with reference to principles of design,
traffic flow, activity, and existing architectural features
4. The student applies strategies for balancing the responsibilities
of home, school, and work.
1. Analyze career paths within the housing, interiors, and furnishings
industry
2. Identifies job opportunities by listening to guest speakers in the
field of FACS who explain openings for professional careers
3. Demonstrate effective work skills individually and as a team member
4. Demonstrate leadership skills and abilities
5. Demonstrate work ethics and professionalism
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