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 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. Waitlist requests are only accepted after 9:30am on registration day.
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Mandatory Prerequisites 50% in COMM 1120 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. Waitlist requests are only accepted after 9:30am on registration day.
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Mandatory Prerequisites 50% in COMM 1120 65% in INTD 1100 ***Please note*** - Students who do not meet the mandatory prerequisites will be dropped without notice. This class is held on Wednesdays from 9:00-1600. **There is no late registration for this course. Students must attend the first class. No Class will be held on June 3rd - Professional Development Day. There will be a make up class on Saturday, June 6th. Please do not register for this section if you cannot make this Saturday date. 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. Waitlist requests are only accepted after 9:30am on registration day.
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This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
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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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