AA 224 Typographical Design I
Introduction to letterforms. Develops a fundamental awareness of type and typographic design. Studies the evolution, art and vocabulary of typography; hand-built letterforms; and designing with type. Emphasizes typography as a working tool. Recommeded: It is recommended that students have taken ART 115 Basic Design I: Composition and ART 120 Foundations in Digital Imaging Processes before attempting this course.
Prerequisite
Corequisite:
AA 193 Digital Image Processes III
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
General Education Requirements
AAS Human Relations,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Solve elemental analytical design problems using typography as primary tool for visual communication. Use and apply the vocabulary of Typography Use the creative process to conceptualize with design solutions. Show knowledge of the historic significance of typography, design and the designer in culture and society. Collaborate successfully and contribute to the group/class process. Demonstrate technical competencies as related to projects, output and printing.