vcc.ca
INTD 1365: Design Specifications
Effective date
Department
Interior Design Technology
School
Continuing Studies
Description
The ability to prepare detailed Interior design specifications is an invaluable asset and skill for Interior designers. Through lecture, research and assignments students will learn how to write finishes specifications employing the Master Format 2004 Construction Standards System. Focus will be upon preparing a full residential specification package from concept to completion while sourcing all materials. Students will learn to work within deadline constraints, decipher product codes and communicate effectively with the Trades as well as, how to evaluate bids, the bidding process, allowances, cost plus and stipulated cost systems.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Compile a complete specification binder
- Produce correctly annotated floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations and lighting plans
- Determine correct installation specifications
- Specify appropriate materials and finishes
- Identify coding systems for residential projects
- Accurately interpret legends and notes
- Prepare base- bid/equal and proprietary specifications
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition may be available
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 24
Total Hours: 24
Total Hours: 24
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include lectures, demonstrations, case studies, critiques, pinups, research, group discussions, individual study and projects.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10 |
Punctuality, attendance, engagement |
|
Assignments |
80 |
8 weekly assignments |
|
Assignments |
10 |
Final presentation |
Course topics
- Introduction to specification systems
- Specifications for plumbing and shower, kitchen appliances, light fixtures, door handles, interior room doors, paint, architectural mouldings, hardware, flooring and wall finishes
- The construction sequence
- Lighting
- Milllwork
- Materials and ideation boards
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.