VIS 1208 Typography
Introduction to typography as an element and tool of visual communication. The concept of type as image is emphasized. Two classroom, four lab hours per week.
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
Department: Design
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: VIS 1100 AND VIS 1140
Outcomes
- Create typographic compositions that are functional, expressive, and aesthetically pleasing using the appropriate grid structure and page layout techniques.
- Apply typographic rules of legibility, readability, syntax, semantics, hierarchy, visual space and tone.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of typographic terminology and history.
Credit Hours: 4
Classroom Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4