COMM 4570 - Typography

Institution:

Roberts Wesleyan University

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Description:

This course examines typography-the design of text. Students learn the fundamentals of how to choose appropriate fonts, design with type, and integrate text with graphics in print and screen-based compositions. Discussion topics include type anatomy, classification, measurement, readability, and legibility; typographic grids; type and technology; copy fitting and editing type. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: COMM 2610. When Offered: Spring term annually. Cross Listed: Cross-listed with COMM 6570. Students cannot obtain credit for both courses. Credit Hours: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.Roberts.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 594-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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