Level 2 - Interior Design Assistant, Associate in Science Degree

Orange Coast College

The Interior Design Program at Orange Coast College is dedicated to helping students develop their fullest potential in academic, professional and personal skills, preparing them for a rewarding career in design. This exceptional, multi-level program, developed by educators and industry professionals, promotes an interdisciplinary, equal opportunity education committed to building confident, responsible and socially aware individuals who will contribute to quality of life through interior design. The OCC Interior Design Program Mission is achieved through the following sequential tri-level curriculum. Level 2 – Interior Design – Associate Degree in Interior Design furthers the process of education by offering additional knowledge in design history, space planning, drafting, illustration, computer applications, selection and specification of materials and products, lighting, construction documents, building codes, business/professional practices, plus internship and portfolio development. Course information is applied to both residential and commercial design. The Level 2 Interior Design requires completion of the Associate in Science Degree graduation requirements as outlined in the catalog in addition to completion of required units listed below. Program Outcome The outcome of the Associate in Science Degree level is to prepare students for entry-level employment as an interior design assistant to a professional interior designer. In addition, the outcome of this level is for students to progress to Level 3 – Interior Design Professional Level and/or for transfer.