ART 261 - Design History and Typography

This course introduces the history and mechanics of typographic form as it relates to graphic design and the creation of graphic elements and layouts. Topics include the evolution of letterforms and written communication, type anatomy, measurements, composition, identification, and terminology. Technical, creative and expressive type handling will be explored through lecture, studio, research, and homework assignments.

Prerequisites: ART 210

Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-2)