Interior Design Level 3
Becoming an interior designer can be a very good career choice for anyone and studying for our interior designer course will provide you with the necessary knowledge to launch a career. The creative industry is currently the fastest growing industry in the UK, so a career as an interior designer is highly desirable.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Throughout this interior design qualification we will be exploring various different units aimed to prepare you to work as an interior designer and launch your own business. Understanding the art of using colours, materials and lighting in different spaces is key to working in the design industry and developing the creative eye will give you the ability to design areas for many different clients. This Interior Design Level 3 course is designed to give students the knowledge and understanding of the design sector and develop their skills to work as an interior designer. It explores the main concepts of design and addresses the skills which are used to produce stunning doom designs for clients.
| Study time: | 100 hours |
| Enrolment length: | 12 months |
| Course format: | Paper based pack |
| Assignments: | 6 written tasks |
| Entry requirements: | None specific |
Working with interiors, finishes and furniture is also covered in this course and we will explore many different techniques in order to plan an interior design project from conception to finish. Upon completion of the qualification you will have developed a much better understanding of the entire design process and have the knowledge to begin working as a designer.
Unit 1
Being able to successfully manage an interior design project is just as important as being able to design and plan all of the individual objects to be used in the space. The ability to plan and schedule your projects will enable them to be achievable and break the entire design process down into manageable sections. Using carefully structured plans and breakdowns you will be able to progress your projects in the most efficient manner and in this unit we will explore many different planning processes that need to be employed with each new project.
Unit 2
Two of the most basic area of interior design are proportion and space. Being able to plan out different rooms to enhance the area and ensure that space is used as efficiently as possible will enable you to make the area appear much larger. Having the right furniture and proportions in the space will allow you to increase accessibility and keep the perfect sizes for the purpose of the space.
Throughout this unit we will explore ways to use the space we have and get the most from this while always keeping within strict building regulations and codes. This is a skill which all interior designers must master and will help you to develop great plans even if there is not much room to work with.
Unit 3
Understanding the link between colour, surfaces and the feel of a room is very important so that you can develop your eye as an interior designer and begin to make the space perfect for your clients. In this unit we will explore the use of different colours in interior design and how contrasting or blended colours can give different effects.
We will also look at various surfaces and materials that are used to add aesthetics to a room and tie in the furniture and fittings. Knowing the best materials and products to use in different areas of the house or workplace is key to using aesthetics to ensure a room is perfect to the very fine details.
Unit 4
Being able to provide a comforting and suitable environment within a room is just as important as the décor and visual character created. Having the right light levels, temperature, humidity and air flow is essential for any room and in this unit we will explore this concept. Light is used throughout the work of an interior designer and can be either natural or artificial, so it is important to understand the use of light and how to integrate this with other aspects of your work.
As an interior designer you will not be tasked with installing heating and lighting systems but you will need to work with those who are and ensure that they understand and share your vision for the space. You will need to be able to appreciate the use of these devices and find ways to conceal or disguise certain vents and radiators to ensure that these systems are in place and working, but the focus is on the aesthetics of the room.
Unit 5
Understanding various elements of interior design is important for you to be able to work in an efficient and carefully structured manner. Being able to lay out a room and accessorise spaces will be explored in this chapter and we will also look at some resources which interior designers use on a regular basis that help with their duties and allow them to produce designs of the highest calibre.
This unit will explore decorative accessories as well as the resources required for you to put your design skills into practice.
Unit 6
Being able to design interiors is a complex and difficult role that requires commitment, personal skills and listening abilities. In this final unit we will assess ways in which the interior designers can identify different solutions to provide great customer service to clients. We will look at the key qualities that are needed for any interior designer to succeed in the work place and earn a great reputation in the industry.
course syllabus
Unit 1: Project Fundamentals
Appreciate the whole design process from start to finish
Understand project planning and schedules that are needed for you to be able to carry out your work and plan effectively
Describe the project planning process and the various phases incorporated in this
Appreciate different presentation types and how these help to communicate your ideas to clients
Unit 2: Space and Accessibility
Understand the use of whole number proportions in interior design
Understand the golden ratio and why this is used in design
Describe the kitchen zones and why these are important within the kitchen area
Identify various different layout needs for several rooms within the home
Unit 3: Surface and Colours
Understand the use of colour and colour theory
Work with different colours and contrasting schemes to create palettes that can be used
Make links between colour and space that is used in a space
Understand materials that are used in rooms and the best uses for wallpapers, vinyls and different types of flooring
Understand the links between colours, textures and flooring used for interior design purposes
Unit 4: Environments and Light
Appreciate natural light and how it can impact upon design
Understand how to filter and funnel natural light within a space and use the orientation of a room to enhance lighting
Understand various types of artificial light and their purposes
Understand various mechanical systems such as heating, lighting and plumbing which are used in various locations
Unit 5: Elements and Resources
Understand accessories and when these are used by designers
Appreciate the difference between functional accessories and decorative accessories
Understand the use of art and design to produce minimalistic or cluttered designs
Appreciate sustainability and using recycled resources
Unit 6: Managing an Interior Design Business
Understand key characteristics required to be a successful interior designer
Analyse how you can provide quality customer service to clients and be reliable on the job
Look at ways in which you can work to listen and support your clients in all stages of the design process
Describe ways in which you can offer great services to meet your client’s needs at all times
assessments
This course is assessed through tutor marked assignments which must be sent to your tutor for marking. You will then be provided with feedback and a mark on your work from your tutor within 5 days. After each assignment has been sent off and marked as complete you will have passed the qualification and will receive your certification.
Awarding Body
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the details of all the units the learner has completed as part of the course). The course has been endorsed under the ABC Awards’ Quality Licence Scheme. This means that Oakwood Home Learning has undergone an external quality check to ensure that the organisation and the courses it offers, meet certain quality criteria. The completion of this course alone does not lead to an Ofqual regulated qualification but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills towards regulated qualifications in the future. The unit summary can be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this sector. To this end the learning outcomes of the course have been benchmarked at the Level stated against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.
The course itself has been designed by Oakwood Home Learning to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications. ABC Awards’ endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.
ABC Awards is a leading national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, and the Welsh Government. It has a long-established reputation for developing and awarding high quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. As a registered charity, ABC Awards combines 180 years of expertise but also implements a responsive, flexible and innovative approach to the needs of our customers.
HOW IT WORKS
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