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Course Description

Students explore new design concepts and themes for coordinated collections with a focus on finished product applications. Lectures include an overview of product types, design considerations for each type of material, and professional practice principles. Working closely with the instructor, students complete design collections and product designs for a specific industry, such as fashion, home décor, or niche market (as in baby/kids), with assignments tailored to the student's area of interest. Students learn design considerations for various products, printing techniques and technical requirements, and an overview of Surface Design business practices, including resume preparation, portfolio and website, marketing, revenue models, manufacturers, contracts, and copyrights.

Prerequisites

Specific coursework required for Certificate Students; all other students should have equivalent experience.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Surface Design: Applications
Type
Online
Days
Su
Time
1:30PM to 4:30PM
Dates
Sep 21, 2025 to Nov 23, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • On-Line Distance Learning
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $650.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
CEUs
3 CEUs
Instructors
Materials List
Section Notes
  • Student must be 18+ years of age to enroll.
  • This course includes 30 hours of class time plus at least 15 hours of homework time.
  • All times are listed for Pacific Daylight Time (PDT).
  • Course teaching method: Synchronous  
    • Synchronous: Taught through an online learning environment, allowing for the instructor and students to meet during scheduled times. Includes lectures, demos and discussions via Zoom.
  • Course details subject to change. After registering for a course, visit your Extension Portal to view the information you will need to know about your course(s) including materials list, classroom details, online resource links, etc. Be sure to check your Student Portal regularly for course updates and changes.
  • Note: Instructions on how to access course content are sent out in the 24-48 hours before a class begins. If you register for a class less than 24 hours in advance, please reach out to the Extension office at 310-665-6850 or extension@otis.edu. The Extension office is open M-F from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Students who register within 24 hours before the first class meeting may experience a delay in accessing the course. 
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