Microcredential

Computer Modeling for Interior Design: Photoshop

A single image can change how people feel, think, and decide. In this course, you'll gain the Photoshop skills to shape that impact — editing, composing, and crafting visuals that communicate your design vision with precision and intention.

$100

Total: Course cost

40 Hours to complete

Duration

Online - self-paced
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Overview

This hands-on course introduces image editing and manipulation through Adobe Photoshop. Learners will develop proficiency in digital image processing while exploring computing fundamentals, raster graphics concepts, and additive color theory. The course emphasizes digital photo editing, image composition, and visual effects techniques to solve design problems across various professional contexts.

Key Benefits:

Core competencies include understanding digital imaging applications in design disciplines; mastering raster graphics and color management terminology; developing foundational Photoshop proficiency; utilizing e-learning methodologies for autonomous skill development; and applying appropriate image editing techniques to solve visual communication challenges.

What's Included:

This course is offered as a series of modules, with content broken down into key topic areas. These modules are meant to be completed in sequential order. In each of these modules, you will see a variety of content:

  • Recorded lectures introducing the software, key tools, and how to use them;
  • Step-by-step tutorials, guiding you through image creation,
  • Recommended readings and resources
  • Assignments allowing you to reflect and respond to what you've learned,
  • Quizzes to summarize module content.

Course Consideration: Please Read Before Enrolling

This course requires a license for Adobe Photoshop. Monthly subscriptions are available through Adobe Creative Cloud. If you have an existing ASURITE account, you can request free access to Adobe Creative Cloud by completing the Student ASU Adobe Request Form: https://tech.asu.edu/adobe-cc.


In this course we’re going to cover some of the program basics, explore graphic storytelling techniques, and provide opportunities for you to hone your design voice through mood boards and imagery. This course is part of the MIA+: Introduction to Interior Architecture program. When all courses in the program are completed, learners will fulfill the portfolio requirements for applying to the ASU Master of Interior Architecture 3-year degree, provided they hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent outside of interior design. Learn more about the ASU MIA program and application process here.

Who this course is designed for

  • Learners interested in interior design histories and theories
  • Learners interested in exploring their creativity through hand and digital expression
  • Learners interested in transitioning into the 3-year ASU Master or Interior Architecture degree.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Identify the social, economic, cultural, and physical influences on interior design
  • Understand the social, historical, and political forces shaping the built environment
  • Understand significant movements, traditions, and related theories in interior design, furniture, decorative arts, material culture, architecture, and art
  • Express design intent through two and three-dimensional drafting
  • Explore your creativity and design voice through a variety of industry-standard software
  • Communicate your findings through visual and written communication

Practical skills you will develop

This program equips learners with vital skills to thrive in today's complex workforce. Key skills include:

Creative design
Digital design
Graphic design
Graphic design software
Interior design
Presentation design

These skills directly apply to these careers

Architect

Design buildings and structures while ensuring functionality, safety, sustainability, and compliance with building regulations.

Median Salary: $96,690

Interior Designer

Plan, design, and furnish the internal spaces of buildings to be functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. They select color schemes, furniture, and lighting to create cohesive and appealing environments.

Median Salary: $63,490

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