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Course Details
This course will provide students with a background in colour theory as it relates to interior design including colour schemes. The class consists of lectures, discussions and in-class exercises through individual and group work. Topics will include the physics of colour, colour theories, physiology of colour, psychology of colour, colour in art, focusing on the application of colour in residential design.
Mandatory Prerequisites: 50% in COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1100 ***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.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Mandatory Prerequisites: 50% in COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1100 ***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. No class held November 11th - Remembrance Day.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Mandatory Prerequisites: 50% in COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1100 ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. Classes are held on Wednesdays from 9:00 -16:00. Registered students MUST attend the first day of class. *There is no late registration for this course. 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.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
In Progress and Full
Winter 2022
Below are two offerings of this course for the Winter 2022 term.
Mandatory Prerequisites: 50% in COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1100 ***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.
Status
This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 27 at 9:00 am (PDT)
Mandatory Prerequisites: 50% in COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1100 ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. Classes are held on Wednesdays from 9:00 -16:00. Registered students MUST attend the first day of class. *There is no late registration for this course. 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.
Status
This section is only available for registration starting Wed, Oct 27 at 9:00 am (PDT)
Sneak Preview
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Describe the additive and subtractive colour wheel and the colour relationships.
Identify the value and intensity of a given hue.
Analyze the differences between tints, tones, and shades.
Discuss the perception of colour in different contexts to reliably predict the results of colour usage.
Utilize the psychological and physiological effects of colour as a tool for creating a specific ambience.
Explain the scientific, historical, aesthetic, and psychological aspects of colour.
Employ colour, texture, and pattern in a design with an understanding of the importance of balance distribution and value throughout the space.
Create harmonious colour palettes for a variety of residential spaces.
Assemble a colour and material board to articulate a colour scheme in a clear and professional manner.
Effective as of Fall 2019
Related Programs
INTD 2130 is offered as a part of the following programs:
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Students may register for Winter 2022 term courses online or by phone
starting Wed, Oct 27 at 9:00 am (PDT).
Classroom Locations
Classroom locations are subject to last minute changes. Please check the Part-time Studies Classroom Locations listing at www.bcit.ca/rooms on the first day of any course you are registered for.