324 - Interior Design (AS)

• The faculty consists of experienced interior designers, as well as licensed architects and engineers.

• Students develop the ability to think creatively, visually, and volumetrically, exhibiting a variety of ideas, approaches, and concepts when designing interior projects.

• Students gain an understanding of how design solutions affect and are impacted by construction systems, power and mechanical, lighting and ceiling systems, acoustics, building methods, materials, and regulatory requirements.

Employment and continuing education rate of 71 percent – 20 percent are employed; 80 percent continued their education.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Interior designer (after successfully passing the NCIDQ and completing internship requirements)

• Kitchen and bath designer

• Space planner

• Product showroom manager

• Product specifier

• Manufacturer's representative

• Facilities manager

Alfred State interior design graduates may enter directly into the technology management BBA or the interdisciplinary studies BTech degree program.

An articulation agreement exists between Alfred State and Villa Maria College (with placement based on a portfolio review and an interview).

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact the Office of Accessibility Services by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.