ID-220_2011_Syllabus.doc

11-17 Beach Street

New York, N.Y. 10013

Fundamentals of Business Syllabus

Course Title:	Fundamentals of Business
Course Number:	ID-220		Section:
MCO Prepared by	Anthony Caradonna		Date:	June 11, 2011
Instructor Name And Contact:	Name: Lauren Wilkins Phone: (201)400-3376 Email: wilkins.lauren@gmail.com Office Hours: Monday, 11:45AM-1:15PM, Room 737 Office Location: 11-17 Beach Street Classroom: B737		Syllabus Prep. Date:	March 24, 2011
Credit Hours:	3 Credits Quarter Credit Hour Definition A quarter credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than: (1) One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work each week for 10-12 weeks, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or (2) At least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution including laboratory work, internships, practica, studio work, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours
Course Length:	11 weeks
Contact Hours:	Lecture:	22
	Lab:	22
	Total:	44
Course Schedule:	Days: Monday Time: 8:15PM-12:15PM Dates: July 11th- Sept.19th
Unit of Academic Measurement:	Quarter System
Prerequisites:	ID-210 (Non-Residential Design & Documentation), ID-211 (Renovation Design & Documentation)
Co requisites:	ID-221 (Portfolio Preparation), ID-222 (Interior Architecture Working Drawings)
Catalog Course Description:	This course provides an introduction to business practices and procedures in the field of interior design, and the forms necessary for implementation.

	Textbooks and Materials	(Check one)
		Required	Optional
Ebook (s)	Professional Practice for Interior Designers; Christine M. Piotrowski, Fourth Edition; 2008; New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., ISBN: 978-0-471-76086-3.	X
Resources & Supplies	Technology: 3-Ring Binder or Notebook. Library: AiNYC Students have access to the Metropolitan College Library on the 12th Floor of 75 Varick Street. There is a good selection of graphic design, interactive media design and fashion design books available to you. Contact the library for their current hours of operation at: (212)-343-1234, Ext. 2001 or you may check online at: http://www.metropolitan.edu/library/info1.php. Add additional items here	X	X

Performance Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to do the following:

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Produce properly keyed contracts and business forms.

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Understand the process associated with Interior Design projects.

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Select residential or commercial furniture and materials that support the design concept and are appropriate for intended use.

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Research industry sources for interior accessories and artwork appropriate to the design concept.

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Identify sources for interior materials, and work with the trades necessary for procurement and application.

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Apply the fundamentals of furniture, fabrics, wall coverings, floor coverings, lighting and accessories.

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Develop an aesthetic solution for residential/non-residential space that reinforces the design concept.

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Apply appropriate vocabulary and knowledge learned throughout course

Instructional Methods:

This class is taught using a lecture/discussion and laboratory format along with a variety of techniques to re-enforce lectures. These techniques may include but are not limited to weekly assignments, quizzes, presentations and a final project.

Library Assignments:

Beginning an Interior Design Business

Outside research is required to complete the library research project. This information may be found by utilizing the resources in the school library or other library research resources located in the City. In addition, various Internet web sites, publications, journals, and periodicals can supplement all of the material presented in class.

Grading:

Student performance will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:

Participation/Attendence: 25%

Homework & Quizzes: 25%

Specification Book: 25%

Midterm & Final: 25%

Total 100%

Grading Policies:

Grading / Student Performance:

A -

B +

B -

C +

C -

D +

= 94 – 100 %

= 90 – 93 %

= 87 – 89 %

= 84 – 86 %

= 80 – 83 %

= 77 – 79 %

= 74 – 76 %

= 70 – 73 %

= 67 – 69 %

= 60 – 66 %

= 59 % & Below

Excellent

Above Average

Average

Below Average

Poor

Grading Scale:

Guidelines for Achievement:

Method of Evaluation:

Both Assignments and attendance will be graded in the method of a point system.

A-

(10 – 9.0) Beautifully done, neat, all work shows extra effort, no work missing, turned in on time, extra resources collected, exceptional class behavior, all classes attended, great class participation and excellent work ethic, always follows direction, work shows understanding of principles covered in class, utilizes information learned in class, space planning appropriate to client and sensitivity worked out, furnishings and fabrics show both and understanding of function in terms of practicality as wall as strong aesthetic sense that is client appropriate.

B+,

B-

(8.5 – 8.0) All work is done neatly and above average, all work is complete and no missing work, great class behavior, attendance and participation are good, one or less tardiness and above average work ethic, makes every effort to follow directions, seeks clarification if unclear, work shows an understanding of basic principles covered in class, utilizes information learned in class, space planning is appropriate to client, furnishings and fabrics show both an understanding of function in terms of practicality as well as strong aesthetic sense that is client appropriate.

C+,

C-

(7.5 – 7.0) All work is complete with no missing work although some work may me messy and below standard, good class behavior, good attendance and no more that 2 absences or tardies, good participation and work ethic, demonstrating accountability, has some trouble following directions, yet makes an effort, attempts to apply information learned in class, shows some understanding of clients needs but hasn’t completely met them, furnishing and materials are appropriate but need more thought in terms of aesthetic.

D+,

(6.5 – 6.0) Assignments missing, work turned in is complete although may be a mess, below standard and late, good class behavior, attendance and participation is fair but not disruptive, has trouble following directions yet makes an effort, no more than 3 absences or tardies, materials are inappropriate and unimaginative in terms of aesthetic, needs development.

(5.5 and below) Below standard, little or no attempt made, more than three absences, does not have an understanding of the basic principles or residential or contract interior design, shows no understanding of clients needs

*** Showing up to class and doing all assignments (with no progress) does not constitute a passing grade ***

Late work: All assignments are due at the beginning of class. Late homework will NOT be accepted. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Course Policies:

The instructor will schedule appropriate breaks during the class.

Additional polices here.

Attendance:

ATTENDENCE

Due to the intensive nature of the 11 week quarter system at The Art Institute of New York City, absences jeopardize participation and a student’s ability to successfully complete his or her studies. A student’s academic performance is in pursuit of preparation for a professional environment in which there is typically zero or little tolerance for absenteeism. If, for some critical reason, a student finds it necessary to be absent, late, or leave early it is the student’s responsibility to:

*Notify the instructor, and make up all missed work.

*Note that accumulated tardiness, leaving class before it is dismissed, or absenteeism will affect performance and the participation grade.

*Understand that excessive absenteeism may result in failure of the class.

*Look for the specific participation requirements for individual courses, by referring to the course grading rubric within the syllabus provided by the instructor.

Attendance is taken every class meeting. There are no excused absences, and the only consideration to be granted must be presented by the instructor to the department chair and the Dean of Academic Affairs.

A student who misses twelve (12) hours in a course will receive a Withdrawal grade (W) for weeks 1 through 9 and a W/F grade after week 9 for that course. Tardiness and absenteeism will be recorded in 15 minute increments.

A student who knows that he/she will be late/absent must contact the instructor via voicemail, e-mail, or administrative note. When absent, a student is responsible for obtaining the lecture notes and homework assignments from other members of the class or the syllabus.

Students will be asked to leave class if they are unprepared, disengaged, sleeping, disruptive, or otherwise compromising the educational experience of students who are motivated and trying to work.

Students who do not attend classes for 14 consecutive days will be dropped from school from the last date they attended school; exceptions will be made only on the basis of appropriate documentation presented to the Dean of Academic Affairs.

Students taking minimally twelve credits, who have perfect attendance for all courses registered in a particular quarter will receive a $100 tuition credit for the subsequent quarter of enrollment in the school. Details regarding this tuition credit may be found in The Art Institute of New York City catalog.

Standards of Professional Behavior:

Criteria:

Attendance & Punctuality
Active Participation in discussion
Quality of work
Academic Integrity (No plagiarism)
Attention to detail
Classroom etiquette (cell phones/beepers off)
Respect for peers and instructor

Ethical decision-making
Additional criteria here

Weekly Topical Class Meeting Outline:

Meeting	Description of Content
Week 1	Lecture:	Welcome/Intro
	Lab:	Work on resumes, cover letter.
	Home Assignment:	Resume and cv due next week read pgs. 577-598.
Week 2	Lecture:	Letter of Agreement, Programs
	Lab:	Review Program, Letter of Agreements and cont. work on resumes and cover letters.
	Home Assignment:	Revisions to CV and Resume, Program and Letter of Agreement due Next week.
Week 3	Lecture:	Furniture 1
	Lab:	Review Purchase Orders and Furniture Schedule, and Budget.
	Home Assignment:	Select furniture for Spec book, Furniture schedule & Budgets due 2/6, begin purchase orders for furniture.
Week 4	Lecture:	Furniture 1 Continued
	Lab:	Understanding the basics of Furniture specifications, handout of Final Project.
	Home Assignment:	Work on Furniture schedule, Budget and PO’s.
Week 5	Lecture:	Fabric
	Lab:	Review Purchase Orders and Fabric Specifications.
	Home Assignment:	Continue to work on purchase orders. MIDTERM NEXT WEEK
Week 6	Lecture:	MIDTERM Furniture 2 and Accessories
	Lab:	Understanding the basics Furniture considerations in residential and commercial design.
	Home Assignment:	Work on selection of furniture and Pos for Spec Book.
Week 7	Lecture:	Window Treatments
	Lab:	Understanding the basics of window considerations in both contract and residential design.
	Home Assignment:	Bring in Purchase orders, with tear sheets and fabric selections.
Week 8	Lecture:	Wall Treatments/ Field Trip
	Lab:	Understanding the basics of wall considerations in both contract and residential design.
	Home Assignment:	Continue work on spec book.
Week 9	Lecture:	No school Labor Day
	Lab:
	Home Assignment:
Week 10	Lecture:	Flooring and lighting and Green Design
	Lab:	Considerations of flooring, Green selections, contract vs. residential, effective solutions
	Home Assignment:	Spec Books due next week
Week 11 Finals Week	Lecture:	Final Exam Specification Books are Due at the beginning of class
	Lab:
	Home Assignment:
		Estimated Homework Hours: 8 hours per week

Note: The above class outline is subject to change at the instructor’s discretion.

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