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Commercial Interior Design
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Commercial Interior Design is designed for students who have an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Interior Design or Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Residential Interior Design, for more competitive jobs within the Interior Design industry where certification of the designer is required. The courses within the CCL help to prepare students with the necessary knowledge and skills and the total number of credit hours to be qualified to take the NCIDQ certification examination.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Commercial Interior Design (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5068
Total credits required
60
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Synthesize global design perspectives with consideration of social, cultural, economic, and ecological contexts in solving complex interior design problems.
- Apply all aspects of the design process in creatively solving complex design problems.
- Design solutions that integrate furnishings, fixtures, finishes, and equipment.
- Apply knowledge of the history of interiors, architecture, decorative arts, art, and related theories when solving design problems.
- Evaluate principles and theories of light and color, acoustics, thermal comfort, indoor air quality, space planning, and human factors in relation to environmental impact and human well-being.
- Devise mathematical solutions for solving complex interior design problems.
- Synthesize information gathered from diverse sources when generating iterative evidence-based design solutions.
- Integrate knowledge of environmentally responsible and sustainable practices when solving complex design problems.
- Construct schematic designs for built environments utilizing laws, codes, standards, and guidelines of interior construction and systems.
- Illustrate complex ideas and their rationale according to architecture and interior design standards using the appropriate visual media including ideation, sketches, drawings, renderings, and plans.
- Collaborate with individuals and institutions across diverse disciplines in solving multifaceted design problems.
- Communicate with diverse audiences in varied settings and formats in a culturally responsive manner.
- Apply criticism in an effective manner in the refinement of design solutions.
- Recognize industry-accepted professional ethics and conduct.
- Promote the impact of design on the human experience and the professional value interior designers provide in local, national, and global contexts.
Career Statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Facilities Managers
Interior Designers
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT101 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 | |||
| INT115 | Historical Architecture and Furniture | H, HU | 3 | ||
| INT122 | Digital Visualization for Design | 3 | |||
| ARC/INT111 | Architectural Computer Aided Design I: Introduction | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT120 | Modern Architecture and Furniture | HU | 3 | ||
| INT145 | Drawing and Rendering Studio | 3 | |||
| INT165 | Space Planning Studio | 3 | |||
| ARC/INT112 | Architectural Computer Aided Design II: Plans and Elevations | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT201 | Color and Design Communication Studio | 3 | |||
| INT160 | Fabrics for Interiors | 3 | |||
| INT205 | Custom Design Studio | 3 | |||
| INT210 | Interior Materials Studio | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT212 | Kitchen and Bath Studio | 3 | |||
| INT222 | Residential Design Studio | 3 | |||
| INT242 | Interior Design Professional Practices | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT260 | Interior Codes and Regulations | 3 | |||
| INT265 | Building Systems | 3 | |||
| ARC/INT110 or ARC265/INT251 |
Revit - Introduction or Sketchup - Introduction | 3 |
Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT268 | Lighting Design | 3 | |||
| INT270 | Commercial Design | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT101 | Introduction to Interior Design | 3 | |||
| ARC/INT111 | Architectural CAD I: Introduction | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT122 | Digital Visualization for Design | 3 | |||
| INT145 | Drawing and Rendering Studio | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT115 | Historical Architecture and Furniture | H, HU | 3 | ||
| INT165 | Space Planning Studio | 3 | |||
| ARC/INT112 | Architectural Computer Aided Design II: Plans and Elevations | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT201 | Color and Design Communication Studio | 3 | |||
| INT160 | Fabrics for Interiors | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT205 | Custom Design Studio | 3 | |||
| INT210 | Interior Materials Studio | 3 |
Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT120 | Modern Architecture and Furniture | HU | 3 | ||
| INT212 | Kitchen and Bath Studio | 3 |
Term 7
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT222 | Residential Design Studio | 3 | |||
| INT242 | Interior Design Professional Practices | 3 |
Term 8
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT260 | Interior Codes and Regulations | 3 | |||
| ARC/INT110 or ARC265/INT251 |
ARC/INT110 or SketchUp - Introduction | 3 |
Term 9
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT265 | Building Systems | 3 | |||
| INT268 | Lighting Design | 3 |
Term 10
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INT270 | Commercial Design | 3 |
Course Area Key
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=16452919).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Commercial Interior Design