AEC in Interior Design

Blended e-learning

• Distance learning combining self-study at your own pace (asynchronous) and guided sessions with a live tutor (synchronous)

This program leads to an AEC diploma (College studies certificate).

• Interior Designer
• Project manager
• Representative
• Consultant

• High-quality training with rich media content
• Continuous evaluation of your understanding of the material
• An online program based on the original LaSalle College Interior Design program
• A variety of courses available remotely
• A combination of virtual classes, self-guided training, and homework for a minimum amount of class hours and a maximum amount of freedom
• Virtual evening classes
• Length of program: 16 months
• 13 hours/week of work (includes self-guided training, virtual classes and individual study time)
• This 810-hour program leads to an Attestation of College Studies (AEC) that is accredited by the ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur (MEES)

If you have these qualities or skills, then a career in Interior Design may be for you!

• Creativity
• Aesthetic sensibility
• Team spirit
• Artistic abilities
• Passion for the visual arts, design and computer science
• The ability to work with precision
• Basic technical knowledge
• The ability to adapt to a varied schedule and meet tight deadlines

• Basic drawing tools and accessories
• Autodesk AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max and Adobe Photoshop

Have a training deemed sufficient and meet the admission criteria set for college studies.

Semester 1

• Three-Dimensional Design (60 h)
• Drawing Techniques (AutoCAD) (90 h)
• Colours & Effects (45 h)

Semester 2

• Lighting (45 h)
• Materials & Finishes (60 h)
• Interior Design I (60 h)
• Applied Colour I (45 h)

Semester 3

• Interior Architecture I (60 h)
• 3D Modelling for Interior Design (60 h)
• Interior Layout Planning II (90 h)

Semester 4

• History of Styles & Interior Design I (45 h)
• Furniture Design and Production I (60 h)
• Interior Layout Planning III (90 h)

Note: Take advantage of preferential rates offered upon purchase for most of these computer programs, as they are used for educational purposes.

This training program is available in English and French.

Consult our self-guided training catalogue if you want to take any of these courses individually (without earning a diploma).

* The College reserves the right to substitute some courses.

• Microsoft® Windows 10 Professional Operating System
• Intel® or AMD® 32-bit or 64-bit multi-core processor 
• Minimum memory of 8GB RAM
• 1 TB hard drive
• Direct 3D® or OpenGL® compatible graphics card
• High-speed Internet access
• Web browser
• Chrome Browser
• Minimum screen resolution of 1920x1080 (recommended)
• Sound card
• Headphones and microphone
• Application software

Technology used:  Autocad, 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop

Note: Please note that some software is not compatible with Mac devices. Students are responsible for checking their compatibility. Required software and equipment for the program are mandatory and involve additional costs. Tutors will provide a list of software along with instructions on how to purchase software at the best prices.