Description:

This course is designed as a capstone for the Interior Merchandising and Interior Entrepreneurship programs. It should be taken in conjunction with or after completion of the final interiors studio course or in the graduating semester. Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to select and rework portfolio materials for maximum visual potential and appeal. In addition, the student will prepare a resume, conduct a job search, and present written and oral presentations based on resource and product files from other classes. 2 hrs. lecture/wk.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $75 to $100.

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

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. Illustrate knowledge of interior merchandising and interior entrepreneurship basics.
2. Develop a Portfolio.
3. Develop and demonstrate job search skills.
4. Use file materials and resources from other interior design classes to develop product knowledge case studies.
5. Utilize file materials and resources from other interior design classes to develop an oral presentation.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Interior Merchandising and Interior Entrepreneurship Basics
   A. Define interior merchandising terms.
   B. Define interior entrepreneurship terms.
   C. Identify types of design.
   D. Explain the differences between residential and contract/commercial
design.

II. Portfolio Creation
   A. Select appropriate work for portfolio presentation to include each
of the following:
      1. Demonstrate the logical arrangement of furniture on a floor plan,
incorporate color schemes, and coordinate fabrics, colors, textures,
patterns and finishes.
      2. Produce floor plans, furniture layouts, and elevations using a
drafting board and manual equipment.
      3. Produce photos of visual merchandising displays.
      4. Provide examples of business related coursework from required and
elective courses.
      5. Other work as needed to develop a well-rounded portfolio.
   B. Rework the selections to achieve visual maximum potential.
   C. Arrange selections in logical sequence for portfolio.
   D. Select an appropriate portfolio presentation format.

III. Job Search Skills
   A. Select a career objective and demonstrate the ability to set short
and long-term goals.
   B. Identify training and education requirements for various interior
merchandising careers.
   C. Identify special skills and abilities needed for various interior
merchandising careers.
   D. Develop and compose a proper format for cover letters.
   E. Select, compose, design, and produce an appropriate style resume.
   F. Use appropriate interview techniques in a mock setting with
peers/instructor.
   G. Conduct a videotape mock interview and discuss results with
instructor.

IV. Product Knowledge Case Studies Based on Information from Interior
Design Classes 
   A. Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
   B. Complete problems using percentages, decimals, and fractions. 
   C. Calculate square yards and square feet. 
   D. Measure and compute amounts of interior products required.
   E. Explain the characteristics of furniture which would classify it as
“low end” medium priced” and “high end.”      
   F. Apply pricing policies to include interior design material and
services.

V. Oral Presentation Based on File Materials and Resources from Interior
Design Classes 
   A. Evaluate the quality of interior products.
   B. Identify and explain the appropriate styles and usage of window
treatments.
   C. Discuss proper textiles and fabrics for specific window treatments
and upholstery.
   D. Describe various woods used in upholstered furniture.
   E. Identify and explain various lighting techniques and applications.
   F. Compare proper fixtures and equipment for lighting applications.
   G. Name basic fiber classifications, trade names, and
manufacturers.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

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

Portfolio              60% 
Projects               40%
Total                 100%

Students must pass the class with a 70% or higher to complete the interior
merchandising or interior entrepreneurship programs.

Grade Criteria:
  A = 90 –100%    
  B = 80 – 89%  
  C = 70 – 79%    
  F =  0 – 69%  

Caveats:

1. The student must have supplies necessary to rework all portfolio inclusions as necessary and the funds needed to produce a photographic portfolio if such a portfolio form is selected.
2. Students will need basic work processing and internet search skills for completion of papers, exercises and projects.

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.