DES
135
PRINCIPLES AND ELEMENTS
OF DESIGN
I
I.
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
This course introduces the basic concepts and terminology of design as they relate to the design profession.
Topics include: line, pattern, space,
mass, shape, texture, color, unity, variety, rhythm, emphasis, balance,
proportion, scale, and function.
II. COURSE
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles
covered through hands-on application of art and interior design.
III. COURSE CONTENT
Students will study
the principles and elements of art through an exploration method.
They will develop
solutions to design problems in order to develop their visual discernment of
their environment and the characteristics
that function to make
that environment more pleasing and functional.
IV. HOURS,
CREDITS, PREREQUISITES:
Course Hours Per Week: Class 6
Semester Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: none
V. SUGGESTED TEXT:
Allen,
and Stimson: Beginnings of Interior Environments.