Program Overview

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Furniture Design Associate in Occupational Studies Degree

Overview

An intensive course of study combining foundations in art and design with two years of study in woodworking and furniture design. For individuals not seeking the BFA or MFA degree, the associate degree will provide you with many of the fundamentals to begin a career in woodworking and furniture design.

Careers

Typical Job Titles

• Craft Artist
• Sculptor
• Furniture Designer
• Designer

Industries

• Performing and Fine Arts
• Fashion
• Design
• Museum
• Retail Stores

Curriculum

First Year

• CWFD-213: Introduction to Woodworking and Furniture Design
• CWFD-124: Woodworking / Furniture Design Studio Survey
• FDTN-111: Drawing I
• FDTN-121: 2D Design I
• FDTN-131: 3D Design I
• FDTN-141: 4D Design
• STAR-503: CAD Drawing
• YOPS-10: YOPS-10 RIT 365: RIT Connections
• CAD Studio Electives

Second Year

• CWFD-506: Furniture Design: Table Design and Construction
• CWFD-507: Furniture Design: Bench Design and Construction
• CWFD-511: Furniture Design: Wood Carving
• CWFD-512: Furniture Design: Box and Cabinet Design and Construction
• STAR-311: Ideation and Series
• STAR-411: Business Practices for Artists (WI-PR)
• STAR-401: Senior Capstone
• Art History Electives
• CAD Studio Electives

Facilities

• Shaping Room
• Furniture Design Bench Room 2
• Furniture Design CNC Room

Contact

Program Contact: Andy Buck, Professor, School for American Crafts, College of Art and Design

Program News

• November 6, 2023: Prospective students explore RIT art and design programs at National Portfolio Day event
• October 4, 2022: RIT welcomes prospective students for National Portfolio Day
• November 6, 2019: Hundreds attend RIT's National Portfolio Day

Total Semester Credit Hours

60

Wellness Education Requirement

Please see Wellness Education Requirement for more information. Students completing Associate's degrees are required to complete one Wellness course.