Modern Social Science Research

In the context of the new era, art and design education in transportation-oriented universities faces an urgent need for transformation and upgrading. This study, based on the platform of the National First-Class Major in Environmental Design at Lanzhou Jiaotong University, focuses on the Interior Design course series (including four core courses: Architectural Construction and Form, Interior Space Design, Exhibition Design, and Furniture and Furnishings) to explore effective approaches for integrating transportation industry characteristics into aesthetic education. Systematic research reveals current issues in the curriculum system, such as unclear aesthetic education objectives and a disconnect between teaching content and industry demands. To address these challenges, the study proposes a comprehensive reform framework across three dimensions: first, emphasizing the integration of transportation features and aesthetic education in teaching objectives; second, adopting a progressive teaching methodology of "scenario introduction–case analysis–project practice"; and third, establishing a diversified evaluation system. Practical results demonstrate that measures such as developing specialized teaching resource databases, innovating teaching models, and implementing interdisciplinary activities significantly enhance students professional competence, aesthetic literacy, and career adaptability. This research provides valuable insights for the specialized development of art programs in transportation-focused universities.

Art and design; Curriculum system development; Aesthetic education reform; Transportation industry; Interdisciplinary integration