OCN NI
Level 2
QN: 600/9001/7
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 192 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
OCN NI
Syllabus Units
8 Units
Guided Hours
192 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Approaches to Colour Theory and Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the terminology and concepts employed by colour., Understand the elements of the colour spectrum., Understand the relevance of colour in different historical periods., Understand the psychological associations linked to colour., Understand the spatial impact of colour.
2
OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Design Project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to source research material appropriate to the needs of the project., Be able to plan work to meet deadlines using time management skills., Know how to translate project ideas into final product., Be able to plan, develop and complete the design projects using appropriate materials and techniques., Understand the need to reflect on own design work., Understand Health and Safety issues.
3
OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Historical Developments of Interior Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the concept of interior design., Recognise significant developments in interior design., Understand the influence of socio-economic and technological factors on interior design.
4
OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Understand Lighting Products and Plans
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise a range of lighting products and how they convey different mods., Understand terminology associated with lighting., Understand the development of lighting schemes.
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Preparation for Employment in the Creative and Cultural Industries
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify a range of employment opportunities within the creative and cultural industries.
- Assess own strengths and weaknesses in relation to career aspirations.
- Set realistic short-term and long-term career goals.
- Explain the purpose and value of a CV and portfolio in career development.
- Create a personal development plan to address identified weaknesses.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a CV and portfolio for a specific job application.
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Creating Plans and Elevations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Create interior design plans to scale
- Understand how to lay out technical drawings and the application of symbols
- Create elevations to scale
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Design Ideas and Trends
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe a range of interior design styles and their key characteristics.
- Explain the factors that influence current interior design trends.
- Analyse how cultural and historical influences shape contemporary design ideas.
- Evaluate the impact of sustainability on modern interior design trends.
- Apply knowledge of current trends to propose a design scheme for a given scenario.
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OCN NI Level 2 Award in Interior Design
Scale and Spatial Planning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate accurate use of scale rulers to produce scaled floor plans and elevations.
- Analyse a client brief to identify functional requirements for spatial circulation.
- Design an interior layout that optimises traffic flow for a given brief, considering safety and accessibility.
- Evaluate the impact of different traffic flow patterns on the usability and ambience of a space.
- Convert real-world measurements to scaled dimensions and vice versa with precision.
- Apply ergonomic principles to determine minimum clearances and appropriate circulation routes.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/9001/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCN NI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2013
- Operational End
- Oct 2029