Course Overview
The focus of this course is to explore and further develop design ideation. Visual communication of concepts and details within interior spaces will be examined. Hands-on exploration, quick sketching, and analysis involving the documentation of the design process will be demonstrated in a sketchbook format through a variety of mediums and techniques. Field trips will be used for on-site inspiration and exploration.
Domestic fees
$647.01 - $691.02 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explore various drawing media such as ink, pencil crayon, and marker.
- Apply colour and texture to represent various materials and finishes.
- Practice quick freehand sketches of interior spaces and components to articulate design ideas and direction.
- Incorporate the elements and principles of design to create well-composed layouts.
- Produce scaled two-dimensional freehand sketches of plans, elevations and sections with attention to line quality showing depth and detail.
- Explore techniques to develop freehand perspective and axonometric sketches.
- Analyse design solutions in order to refine them using the elements and principles of design.
- Visually communicate a variety of interior elements such as fireplaces, millwork, doors, windows and lighting.
- Document the design processes of interior design projects in a sketchbook/journal.
Effective as of Winter 2025
Related Programs
Visual & Graphic Communication (INTD 2150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Interior Design Fundamentals
Certificate Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below are two offerings of INTD 2150 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 46037
Dates
Sep 14 - Dec 07 Loading
- CRN 46037
- $691.02 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 - Dec 07 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. No classes on October 12 - Thanksgiving Waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on registration day. If you wish to be placed on the INTD department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your name, student number, course number, and CRN.
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Status
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CRN 46041
Dates
Sep 14 - Dec 07 Loading
- CRN 46041
- $691.02 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 - Dec 07 | Mon | 12:30 - 15:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 305 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Susan Ju
Course outline
Important information
- *Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. No classes on October 12 - Thanksgiving Waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on registration day. If you wish to be placed on the INTD department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your name, student number, course number, and CRN.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Winter 2027
Below are two offerings of INTD 2150 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 87169
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 23 Loading
- CRN 87169
- $647.01 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 23 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Susan Ju
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- If you wish to be placed on the INTD Department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your Name, Student Number, Course Number, and CRN. Please note - waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on Registration Day.***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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CRN 87170
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 23 Loading
- CRN 87170
- $691.02 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 23 | Tue | 08:30 - 11:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 305 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
June Fong
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. If you wish to be placed on the INTD Department maintained waitlist for this course, please email INTD_Waitlist@bcit.ca with the following information: Your Name, Student Number, Course Number, and CRN. Please note - waitlist requests are not accepted until after 9:30am on Registration Day.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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