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ITMD 127 - Elements of Floral Design
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JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BUSINESS DIVISION
INTERIOR DESIGN
COURSE OUTLINE

 

Title: Elements of Floral Design Effective Term: Spring 2009
Number: ITMD 127 Credit Hours: 1 Contact Hours: 1.5
Course Type: Career Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Integrated Lecture/Laboratory: 1.5

Description:

This course provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on application of floral design. Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to use the principles of floral design, develop a proficiency in the techniques of line and mass arrangements, possess a greater appreciation for flowers and other plant material, apply the mechanics and design considerations involved in working with silk and dried materials, and design and create silk and dried floral arrangements. 1.5 hrs. integrated lecture, lab/wk.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $100 to $150.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

  1. Identify a floral arrangement according to its geometric form.
  2. Distinguish between traditional, contemporary, Southwest, country, and Victorian floral designs.
  3. Demonstrate an ability to select colors for floral accessories.
  4. Determine an appropriate floral centerpiece for a specific home environment.
  5. Identify the latest trends in silk and dried materials.
  6. Coordinate silk and dried materials with an existing home interior.
  7. Design and create silk and dried floral arrangements.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Identify a Floral Arrangement According to Its Geometric Form
   A. Observe nature and principles of design.
   B. Interpret focal points.
   C. Relate elements of design.

II. Distinguish Between Traditional, Contemporary, Southwest, Country and
Victorian Floral Designs
   A. Determine appropriate material and color combinations.
   B. Identify features of individual styles.

III. Demonstrate an Ability to Select Colors for Floral Accessories
   A. Explain primary, secondary and tertiary colors.
   B. Show examples of monochromatic, analogous and complementary
harmonies.
   C. Illustrate psychological effect of color.

IV. Determine an Appropriate Floral Centerpiece for a Specific Home
Environment
   A. Select materials and container.
   B. Identify appropriate color options.
   C. Create a design in either a round cone or oblong shape.

V. Summarize the Latest Trends in Silk and Dried Materials
   A. Identify silk/fabric materials.
      1. Silk
      2. Latex
      3. Paper/parchment
   B. Identify dried materials.
      1. Dried flowers
      2. Dried pods

VI. Coordinate Silk and Dried Materials With an Existing Home Interior
   A. Select an appropriate style/design.
   B. Identify color options.
   C. Select materials and container.

VII. Design and Create Silk and Dried Floral Arrangements

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Lab Evaluations    50% of grade
Written Exam(s)    25% of grade
Final Project      25% of grade
  Total           100%

Criteria for grade:
 90 - 100% A
 80 -  89% B
 70 -  79% C
 60 -  69% D
  0 -  59% F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.