Jill Janasiewicz

Introduction to the basics of construction and methods of detailing. Students learn how to create drawing types, i.e. floor plans, elevations, sections, implementing precision drawing using architectural drafting equipment and tools. Students learn the basics of AutoCAD, and Revit. Students learn accepted architectural drawing symbols, terminology, and drafting methods to produce and plot a set of construction documents.

Focus on evolving technology of building, properties of construction materials, their comparative strength and durability, their potentialities and limits in structural support, and the use of sustainable materials and systems. Static equilibrium, building loads, construction methods, fastening and terminology are explained, emphasizing interior alterations. There is an overview of the International Building Code, zoning, and a review of the ADA.

Preparing students for entry into the interior design profession. This course focuses on career planning, ethical and legal issues, and business documentation skills. Presentation and interview skills are emphasized. This course includes preparation for the NCIDQ (National Council of Interior Design Qualification) exam and focuses on current trends in the practice.