INDES 390 - Interior Building Systems

5 CR

Introduces the physical components and performance properties of building systems and the building codes that regulate them. Topics include industry standards and resources, basic physical properties of building materials, typical building construction systems, mechanical and electrical systems, and application of interior building codes. Either INDES 190 or INDES 390 may be taken for credit, not both.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the program or permission of instructor.

Course Outcomes

Accurately identify, describe and compare basic building construction materials and interior systems, their characteristics, installation methods, and applications.
Apply accurate terminology about building systems and processes in written and oral communication for design professionals, clients, and allied disciplines.
Research, analyze and effectively use a variety of resources to gather information about building systems and interior building codes.
Analyze building systems, functional requirements, design principles, sustainability, life safety, and other building performance criteria that affect critical interior design and construction decisions.
Analyze and apply interior building codes in all phases of the interior design process.

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