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CIDQ IDFX Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Codes, Regulations and Life Safety | 10% | - Accessibility and compliance standards - Health, safety and welfare regulations - Life safety and egress requirements |
| Design Communication and Documentation | 20% | - Graphic standards and conventions - Construction drawings and specifications - Drafting, CAD and freehand techniques - Presentation and documentation methods |
| Programming and Site Analysis | 15% | - Site and existing conditions analysis - User needs assessment - Zoning, codes and regulatory requirements - Ergonomics and human factors |
| Building Systems and Construction | 15% | - Mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems - Acoustics, lighting and environmental control - Structural and enclosure systems - Construction methods and materials |
| Human Behavior and Designed Environment | 10% | - Wellness and environmental quality - Environmental psychology - Social and cultural influences |
| Furniture, Finishes and Equipment | 15% | - Installation and maintenance requirements - Selection and specification of products - Material properties and performance standards - FF&E coordination and integration |
| Design Concepts and Application | 15% | - Sustainable design principles - Universal design and accessibility - Design elements and principles - Color, light and spatial relationships |
IDFX Exam FAQ: Details, Policies, and Study Options
The CIDQ Interior Design Fundamentals blueprint breaks down into these main domains:
- Programming and Site Analysis (15%)
- Furniture, Finishes and Equipment (15%)
- Building Systems and Construction (15%)
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CIDQ Interior Design Fundamentals Sample Questions:
What information is typically shown on a room finish schedule?
- A. Wall base
- B. Window treatment
- C. Tile adhesive
- D. Door finish
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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When space planning an open office with modular furniture, what is the corridor width needed for two people to pass?
- A. 32"-35" [813-889 mm]
- B. 36"-38" [914-965 mm]
- C. 42"-54" [1067-1372 mm]
- D. 60"-62" [1524-1575 mm]
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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Travel distance, exit ramps and stairwells, aisle widths, and dead-end corridors need to be considered when determining the
- A. Number of required exits
- B. Occupancy load of a space
- C. Building occupancy classification
- D. Means of egress
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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In the image below, which dimension must be changed to meet minimum means of egress requirements?
- A. IV
- B. II
- C. I
- D. III
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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What does line "A" on the floor plan represent?
- A. Item to be removed
- B. Pattern on the floor
- C. Light cove edge
- D. Hidden object
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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