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Academic Year 2005/2006

Introduction to Typography
ARST 442 FA

The fundamentals of letter forms, typographic design, elements of the book and contemporary graphic design are considered through a progression of theoretical and practical problems. Once working knowledge of the typeshop and Quark Express (software for book design) is acquired, each student conceives, designs and prints a book. Use is made of the Davison Rare Book Collection at Olin Library.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Studio

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA ART    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Schorr,David M.   

Times: .M.W... 07:30PM-10:00PM;     Location: AWKS112;

Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 10)

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal:    Reading Non-Verbal Texts, Focused Inquiry Course

Permission:    Permission of Instructor Required
POI forms will be distributed by the instructor during the browsing period of pre-registration and must be submitted to the Registrar's office prior to the on-line registration appointment

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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