Typography

Catalog description

Prerequisite: None ^ This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of typography, with an emphasis on typographic history, terminology, letterform anatomy, and type classifications. Students will learn to apply typographic principles to establish hierarchy, organize content, and design effective messages with type. This course emphasizes an understanding of typography as both a functional system and an expressive medium within visual communication. (1.2) Proficiency Credit: Available (2 FES) Pass/No Credit: Not Available