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visualization programs and related third-party software.
Students learn to model realistic interior environments,
including furniture, materials, lighting and other visual
elements. (Offered fall term) Prerequisite: ID 271 AutoCAD
ID 381 Internship
3-6 credits (CS)
The student develops a set of learning objectives and keeps a
journal of work activities based on experiences at an
internship site. An oral presentation, summarizing the
internship experience, including examples of projects and
learning outcomes, is required. (Offered spring and summer
term) Prerequisite: Student must have at least Junior
standing, and must have completed a minimum of one fulltime
semester at Cazenovia College
ID 425 Retail and Exhibition Design
3 credits (CS)
This course emphasizes the design of retail and exhibition
spaces. Students are exposed to functional aesthetics and to
retail programming procedures. The projects emphasize
creative problem-solving and may include theatrical, retail,
furniture, and exhibition/trade show design. (Offered fall
term) Prerequisites: ID 324 Hospitality Design and ID 372
Computer Modeling.
ID 460 Interior Design Portfolio
3 credits (CS)
Students choose design projects and computer drawings
created during their four years of study to prepare them for
their career-related portfolio. Students and faculty critique the
work for professional standards necessary for job interviews.
Students prepare resumes and cover letters. Guest speakers
provide networking opportunities and critiques students at
final portfolio presentation. (Offered spring term)
Prerequisite: Student must have Senior standing.
ID 465 Lighting II
3 credits (CS)
This course is an in-depth survey of lighting equipment and
design application, with an emphasis on energy conservation.
Other issues addressed include: the control of light,
calculations (day lighting, point-by-point, zonal cavity, visual
comfort probability), luminaires, electric control, theatrical
and computerized dimming systems, architectural design,
computer-aided modeling, associated phenomena, layouts and
design reports. (Offered fall term) Prerequisites: ID 365
Lighting I or theatrical students with permission of instructor
ID 498 Senior Topics
3 credits (CS)
Students undertake advanced written work focusing on
current interior design theory or trends. Students choose
individual topics, engage in evidence-based inquiry, and
develop a thesis-based research paper. This research lays the
groundwork for design project development in ID 499 Senior
Project. (Offered fall term.) Note: ID 498 must be taken prior
to ID 499 Prerequisite: EN 201 Academic Writing II
ID 499 Senior Project Studio
3 credits (CS)
Students complete a major design project to implement
research developed in ID 498. Taken as a whole, the project
is intended to demonstrate students’ overall grasp of general
education and interior design program content and
capabilities. Students create and deliver a PowerPoint
presentation on their topic/project to a guest panel. (Offered
spring term) Prerequisite: ID 498 Senior Topics
Information Management
IM 120 Introduction to Computers
3 credits (CS)
This course is a comprehensive overview of the field
including a survey of topics in data processing, an
introduction to the applications of computers in business,
and the impact of computers on all aspects of society. In
addition to acquainting the students with computer hardware
and computer systems, the course requires proficiency with a
variety of software packages in the microcomputer lab. The
software packages include word processing, databases, and
spreadsheets. (Offered fall and spring terms)
IM 121 Microsoft Word
1 credit (CS)
Computer software is a valuable tool in the world today. This
hands-on course will survey the concepts related to using
word processing software and the dedicated utilization of
such software. A strong emphasis will be placed on applying
word processing skills in a variety of situations and subject
areas.
IM 122 Microsoft Excel
1 credit (CS)
Computer software is a valuable tool in the world today. This
hands-on course will survey the concepts related to using
Spreadsheet software and the dedicated utilization of such
software. A strong emphasis will be placed on applying
Spreadsheet skills in a variety of situations and subject areas.
IM 123 Microsoft Access
1 credit (CS)
Computer software is a valuable tool in the world today. This
hands-on course will survey the concepts related to using
database software and the dedicated utilization of such
software. A strong emphasis will be placed on applying
database skills in a variety of situations and subject areas.
IM 128 Electronic Publishing
3 credits (CS)
This course introduces students to the concepts and practice
of electronic publishing. Most of the course consists of
intensive training with electronic publishing software
supporting student projects in the College laboratories.
Analysis of student projects and study of design principles
train students to distinguish excellent quality in publishing
products and to create projects that conform to industry
standards for excellence.
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