Advanced Diploma of Interior Design

• Next Start Date: Monday the 3rd of March 2014: 9:30AM - 4:00PM BRISBANE
• Next Start Date: Monday the 3rd of March 2014: 9:30AM - 4:00PM GOLD COAST

The Advanced Diploma of Interior Design offers you the exciting opportunity to develop valuable skills and gain sound industry knowledge required to pursue a career in the dynamic field of Interior Design and Decorating.

Through a combination of advanced technical, theory-based and specialised practical components, you will acquire essential expertise, and will have the opportunity to gain experience by confidently exercising your skills and expressing their creative potential through a range of realistic client-based projects, both in the residential and commercial design sectors.

The Advanced Diploma of Interior Design addresses key aspects of training, catered to ensure industry success. These include client brief analysis; formulating and implementing a design process to realisation; product familiarisation; evaluation of the impact of global design trends; the negotiation of successful interaction with a range of industry professionals; a broad range of mediums used to communicate design concepts including sketches, technical and CAD generated drawings, the composition of presentation boards through to digital representations, 3D modelling and advanced technical and CAD generated drawings - all of which contribute to an impressive student portfolio.

During the course students will:

• Learn how to interpret and address a client brief - identifying key factors necessary to confidently propose design concepts and advise customers on the selection and specification of decorating and design products
• Gain skills in effectively communicating with a range of industry professionals - interpreting information appropriately and recognizing the value of clear and concise written and verbal correspondence;
• Explore the fascinating world of colour, both in theory and psychology, enabling students to competently select and specify colour for interior spaces;
• Gain an insight into the historical development of architecture, design and decorating - recognising and appreciating the impact that the past has on present and future trends;
• Study and apply the essential elements and principles of design, which are the primary building blocks of all successful interiors;
• Communicate and showcase design concepts through the preparation of concept, colour & finishes boards;
• Acquire knowledge regarding the structural components and construction techniques and materials employed within an interior space;
• Represent design concepts using sketches, renderings, perspective drawings, technical drafting and CAD generated drawings;
• Research the diverse and evolving range of decorating & design resources in today's industry including furniture, floor & wall coverings, soft furnishings, fixtures, fittings, window treatments, art and accessories;
• Appropriately select and quantify decorator products & calculate relevant costings;
• Assess lighting requirements and make appropriate recommendations for a specific interior space;
• Develop visual design techniques to successfully showcase concepts & decorating products;
• Explore interior space planning - recognising the relevance of human scale and ergonomics;
• Develop basic business skills and understand the value of professional practice in the design Industry.
• Learn how to interpret and address specific client briefs with a focus on small to medium scale commercial or institutional interiors;
• Identifying key factors and resolving existing design constraints, with reference to a pre-determined interior environment;
• Confidently proposing design concepts and providing professional advice on the selection and specification of decorating and design products for a specific interior space;
• Acquiring skills in effectively communicating and interacting with a range of industry professionals including contractors and consultants;
• Appropriately documenting product and material schedules and specifications;
• Communicating and showcasing design concepts through a range of medians including 3D modelling, perspective drawings, digital presentations and advanced technical drafting and CAD generated drawings;
• Researching the continually evolving global design trends and analysing their impact on our local industry.

Career Opportunities

• Interior Designer / Consultant
• Interior Decorator
• Interior Stylist
• Colour Consultant
• Visual Merchandiser
• Residential Designer / Decorator / Consultant
• Commercial Assistant / Junior Designer
• CAD Draftsperson
• Sales role within the design industry
• Home decoration/furniture store owner
• Retail Interior Decoration/Furniture sales assistant
• Home Stager
• Decorating Consultant
• Lighting Consultant
• Soft Furnishings Consultant
• Window Treatments Consultan
• Kitchen/Bathroom Showroom Consultant
• Design Product Specifier
• Decorator/Design Showroom Staff member

 

Qualification and Units of Competency

Course Code: LMF60208 (Advanced Diploma)

On successful completion students will be awarded the LMF60208: Advanced Diploma of Interior Design which is nationally recognised as part of the Australian Qualifications Framework. This course is the latest training package on offer, and is the most industry relevant qualification available.

On successful completion of the course students will receive competencies in the following units:

Advanced Diploma of Interior Design (LMF60208)

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME
BSBDES302A	Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
BSBDES303A	Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
CUVCOR09B	Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept
CUVCRS04B	Produce technical drawings
LMFID4001A	Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces
LMFID4002A	Decorate residential interiors
LMFID4011A	Determine occupational health and safety implications of interior effects
BSBDES301A	Explore the use of colour
BSBDES305A	Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
MSAENV272B	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
BSBSMB405A	Monitor and manage small business operations
CUFDIG304A	Create visual design components
CUVCOR08B	Produce drawings to represent and communicate the concept
CUVCRS03B	Produce computer aided drawings
LMFID3002A	Source and specify decoration products
LMFID4003A	Prepare a materials board for client presentation
LMFID4008A	Assess interior light and recommend light fittings
LMFID4009A	Research architectural styles and movements
LMFID4010A	Research interior decoration and design influences
BSBDES502A	Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
LMFID5003A	Evaluate site for interior design brief
LMFID5001A	Design residential interiors
BSBPMG510A	Manage projects
LMFID5004A	Specify structural elements, systems and services for interior spaces
LMFID5006A	Design interior lighting
LMFID5009A	Research and recommend colour and applied finishes
LMFID5010A	Provide interior styling services
LMFID5011A	Specify soft furnishings for complete interior solution
LMFID5014A	Use CAD applications to complete models and documentation for interior design projects
BSBDES601A	Manage design realisation
LMFID5013A	Design for small to medium scale commercial or institutional interiors
LMFID6001A	Resolve complex spatial problems through modelling
LMFID6002A	Apply 3D visualisation techniques to represent interior designs
BSBDES602A	Research global design trends
CUFANM502A	Create digital 3D environments
LMFID5002A	Develop a decoration proposal for a complex site
LMFID6007A	Select and instruct contractors and consultants
LMFID6009A	Produce digital presentations for commercial projects
SIRRMER009A	Produce perspective drawings, plans and elevations

Course Duration:

The course runs over 54 weeks plus holidays. Student's attend 4 days per week from 9.30am - 4pm (with a half hour lunch break) during the first year and 3 days per week (9.15am - 4.45pm) in the second year.

Term Dates

 

Course Fees

Course fees include:

• Tuition
• Class notes
• Use of the school's equipment
• School t-shirt.

Price:

Payment Options

VET FEE-HELP is a government loan scheme which assists eligible students undertaking certain courses to pay for all or part of their tuition fees. The loan allows students to study now and pay later by deferring loan repayments until your income is above the minimum repayment threshold (in 2010-2011 this was $44,911). Once you reach the repayment threshold repayments are made to the Australian Government through the tax system.

If you are eligible for VET FEE-HELP

Students may choose to pay for all or part of their tuition fees upfront for the entire course, academic year or unit of study and/or can apply for a VET FEE-HELP loan for all or part of the tuition fees. Course fees are due no later than the census date for each unit of study.

Click here to view the Schedule of VET Tuition Fees for more information on census dates and units of study.

If you are not eligible for VET FEE-HELP

To secure a position in the course, student's must pay a minimum 10% deposit as a non-refundable administration fee.

AICD offers two payment options for the course - either Upfront Payment or Payment Plan:

• Upfront Payment: $19,800.00 (including the non-refundable deposit of $1,800.00 required to enrol)
• Payment Plan: Weekly or fortnightly direct debit payments debited by Ezypay Pty Ltd. Payment plans will only be accepted if set up on Ezypay's direct debit system.

Additional Costs:

• Student ID Card: $25
• Interior Design Equipment Kit: approx. $400
• 2 Textbooks: approx $100
• Printing & photocoping by student.
• Students will be required to pay for their graduation dinner for themselves and any guests. Students will be advised on the price in advance - allow $80 per person.

Required Course Equipment:

Students will need to provide the following equipment:

• Basic stationary: i.e. display folders, notepad, pens, pencils, rubber, highlighters, glue and a calculator. (approx: $80)
• USB Thumb Drive (2GB recommended minimum)
• Students will require additional materials to be used for the production of Colour & Finishes Boards. These requirements will be discussed in Class.
• Laptop computer - see requirements below.

LAPTOP / NOTEBOOK MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Students accepted into the program will be required to have a laptop computer with a wireless network connection. The following minimum specifications are required:

• Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n
• Minimum 4Gb RAM
• CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
• 2Ghz or faster processor
• Web Browser (i.e. Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari) (free online)
• Norton Anti Virus - Students will not be allowed to connect to our network without Norton Anti Virus installed and activated.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader (free online)
• Microsoft Office 2007 or higher (Required programs- Word, Excel and Powerpoint).

* Please check software manufacturers minimum system requirements. Student pricing available.

 

Financial Assistance

Eligible students may be able to apply to Centrelink for either Youth Allowance (for full-time students aged 16 to 24) or Austudy (for full-time students aged 25 years or over). For more information visit the Centrelink website.

 

Applications

Domestic Students Only

Application and Enrolment Process:

1. Attend an interview at the college and complete an interview test - phone (07) 55 938 335 to arrange your interview. (If you live outside the South East Qld Region and are unable to attend an interview, contact us to have the application forms posted to you).
2. Fill out and return the Application Form (this can be completed at the interview).
3. Student's will recieve their acceptance/non-acceptance letter and enrolment pack in the mail - including enrolment form, payment plan forms and the student handbook.
4. After reading the student handbook and enrolment forms, student's who wish to enrol must submit the enrolment form with the course deposit to secure their position in the course.

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Next Course Start Dates

• Next Start Date: Monday the 3rd of March 2014: 9:30AM - 4:00PM BRISBANE
• Next Start Date: Monday the 3rd of March 2014: 9:30AM - 4:00PM GOLD COAST