Western Kentucky University

Students: Information For You

Design program is housed in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department. The curriculum consists of 121 credits for the undergraduate degree: sample plan

Semester 1

IDFM 101 Foundation of Interior Design.................................................. 1 hour

IDFM 120 Visual Design I .......................................................................... 3 hours

IDFM 151 Survey of Architecture & Interiors I .......................................... 3 hours

ART 100 Art Appreciation ........................................................................... 3 hours

ENG 100 Introduction to College Writing ................................................ 3 hours

Semester 2

IDFM 152 Survey of Architecture and Interior II ....................................... 3 hours

IDFM 221 Visual Design II ................................... ...................................... 3 hours

PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology ......................................................... 3 hours

COMM 161 Business and Professional Speaking ................................ 3 hours

THEA 151 Theatre Appreciation ................................................................ 3 hours

Semester 3

IDFM 201 Interior Design Studio I ............................................................. 4 hours

IDFM 223 Textiles ......................................................................................... 3 hours

IDFM 243 Materials and Finishes ............................................................. 3 hours

ENG 200 Introduction to Literature ............................................................ 3 hours

MATH 109 General Math ............................................................................. 3 hours

Semester 4

IDFM 300 Interior Design Studio II ............................................................ 4 hours

IDFM 222 CAD in Human Environment ................................................... 3 hours

FACS 310 Mgmt of Family Resources ..................................................... 3 hours

PHYS Physics of Light, Color & Vision ..................................................... 3 hours

Foreign Language ........................................................................................ 3 hours

Semester 5

IDFM 301 Interior Design Studio III ............................................................ 4 hours

IDFM 304 Lighting and Environmental Controls .................................... 3 hours

IDFM 322 Merchandising ............................................................................ 3 hours

IDFM 427 Visual Design III .................................. ....................................... 3 hours

MKT 220 Basic Marketing Concepts ......................................................... 3 hours

Semester 6

IDFM 302 Interior Design Studio IV ............................................................ 4 hours

IDFM 321 Professional Ethics & Issues ................................................... 3 hours

IDFM 422 Textile Design & Performance ................................................. 3 hours

IDFM 346 Architecture and Culture ............................................................ 3 hours

ASTR 104 Astronomy ................................................................................... 3 hours

Summer

IDFM 410 Internship for Design ................................................................. 3 hours

Semester 7

IDFM 401 Interior Design Studio V ............................................................. 4 hours

IDFM 403 Business Principles & Practices .............................................. 2 hours

IDFM 421 Portfolio Design ........................................................................... 3 hours

IDFM Elective .................................................................................................. 3 hours

FACS 311 Family Relations ........................................................................ 3 hours

Semester 8

IDFM 402 Senior Design Thesis ................................................................ 4 hours

ENG 300 Writing for the Disciplines .......................................................... 3 hours

HIST 119 or 120 Western Civilization ........................................................ 3 hours

PH 100 Public Health ................................................................................... 3 hours

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Student Groups:

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 WKU IIDA Student Organization

Design is about humanity and improving the human condition through interior environments that are effective, efficient and exceptional. Great Design knows no boundaries. Nor do great Designers. IIDA honors the rich history and legacy of the profession. We are inspired by the process of getting to the Future of Design. Whatever that journey may uncover.  If you are interested in joining, please email: mallory.scanlon302@topper.wku.edu

WKU-IIDA 2013-2014 Officers

Mallory Scanlon - President

Ariel Gerall - Vice President

Ariel Salmons - Secretary/Treasurer

Katie Miller - Events Chair

Sheila Flener - Faculty Advisor - sheila.flener@wku.edu

 

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WKU USGBC

WKU USGBC Students recruits, connects and equips the next generation of green building leaders by empowering them to transform their campuses, communities and careers. If you are interested in joining, please email:  ariel.gerall631@topper.wku.edu

WKU-USGBC 2013-2014 Officers

Ariel Gerall - President

Mallory Scanlon - Vice President

Katie Miller- Secretary/Treasurer

Ariel Salmons - Events Chair

Kristina Coffman-Goff - Faculty Advisor - kristina.coffman@wku.edu

 Senior Show

Senior Thesis Show
KY Museum
April 24th through May 11

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