Applied Design Certificate of Proficiency Pathway

Program Pathways Mapper

Applied Design map for 2025-2026

This program map represents one possible pathway through the program and may not reflect the most current catalog requirements. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Mira Costa College: Applied Design

Term 1 — Fall

2 courses221 hours7 units

DESN 100

Fundamentals of Design

Major
3 units
85 hours

DESN 101

Computer-Aided Design and Drafting

Major
4 units
136 hours

Term 2 — Spring

2 courses136–188 hours6 units

Interior Design Elective

Elective
3 units
51–85 hours

Industrial Design Elective

Elective
3 units
85–103 hours

Program 1/1:
Mira Costa College: Applied Design — Certificate of Proficiency

13 units | 357–409 hours

Term 1 — Fall | 7 units | 221 hours

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
DESN 100	Fundamentals of Design	Major	3 units 85 hours
DESN 101	Computer-Aided Design and Drafting	Major	4 units 136 hours

Term 2 — Spring | 6 units | 136–188 hours

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
Interior Design Elective	Interior Design Elective	Elective	3 units 51–85 hours
Industrial Design Elective	Industrial Design Elective	Elective	3 units 85–103 hours

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