Program Learning Outcomes

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Interior Design Skills

• Demonstrate creative approaches to spatial organization, use of material and lighting
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the laws, codes and standards that impact fire and life safety by correctly applying professional standards to space planning and layouts
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of ADA and Universal Design principles in interior design solutions
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of human factors and behavior in the built environment by creating informed design solutions
• Create construction drawings and documents
• Demonstrate an understanding of movements and traditions in interior design, architecture and furniture by applying precedents design solutions

Problem Solving Skills

• Present design solutions by creating ideation sketches, bubble diagrams and preliminary drawings

Technical Design Skills

• Effectively apply principles of two and three dimensional design through both traditional and digital media
• Effectively apply color in all aspects of visual communication
• Visualize basic concepts through sketching and space planning

Communication Skills

• Communicate design ideas using accurate design vocabulary

Building Systems

• Demonstrate an understanding of both basic construction and non-structural systems such as ceilings, flooring and interior walls in design ideas

Global Perspective

• Demonstrate an understanding of social, economic and cultural influences in interior designs

Professional Readiness

• Produce basic materials required for an entry-level job search

Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
2. Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual
knowledge.
3. Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skillsrelevant to their field.
4. Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
5. Use professional terminology to evaluate their work and work in the field.
6. Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
7. Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design
8. Engage with a variety of communities beyond the classroom through internship opportunities, study abroad programs, athletics, student interest clubs, and participation in collaborative, civic, and pro bono projects.