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College of Technology and Design

Course Syllabus

IDB200 - Design History and Theory II

Credit Hours: 4

Course Description

A chronological study of the architecture, furniture styles, design theory, and artistic contributions from the Industrial Revolution to the 21st century. Comprehension of design characteristics and motifs, the socio-economic, political, and environmental influences affecting the design of the built environment as they relate to each period or style, provide the student with a knowledge base for critical analysis and awareness of the global impact design has and has had throughout history.

Course Prerequisites

IDB131

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

Assessment of Outcomes

Specified on the course schedule/outline

Grading System
Letter GradeRangeDefinition
A 90-100 Excellent
B 80-89 Above Average
C 70-79 Average
D 60-69 Below Average
F 0-59 Failing
W Withdrawal during weeks 1 - 7
WF Withdrawal failing after week 7
NF Failing – Not actively engaged

For more details about the Grading System, please see the current catalog.

Active Participation

Students must be actively engaged in the course. For a definition of active engagement, please see the current catalog.

Academic Integrity

Cheating and plagiarism are serious offenses against the University’s academic integrity and are consequently strictly prohibited. All students must familiarize themselves with the University policy on Academic Integrity.

Penalties for cheating and plagiarism are described in the University policy on Academic Integrity in the catalog. They include failure of the assignment, failure for the course, or dismissal from the University. For the complete Cheating/Plagiarism policy, please see the current catalog.

Students with Disabilities

Students who have disabilities that may impact their performance in this course should follow the process described under the heading Accommodations for the Disabled in the current catalog.

Discipline (Program) Specific Information

None

Date of last review: 07/22/2021