DES 3710 - Typography II

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Utah Tech University

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Description:

Covers typography as a functional and experimental medium and typeface design. Students develop typographic solutions that explore verbal/visual messages in designs for publication through design problem-solving for a diverse range of specifications, including audience, client needs, and budget constraints, using traditional and digital tools. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the various systems used to classify typefaces and file formats. 2. Relate the principles and practice of typeface design & nomenclature. 3. Design an original typeface family including all glyphs, punctuation and diacritical marks. 4. Analyze, synthesize, and develop probable typographic design solutions. 5. Demonstrate excellent craft skills with strong conceptual abilities. 6. Collaborate on projects while working in teams. Course fee required. Prerequisites: DES 2300 (Grade C or higher); AND DES 2710 (Grade C or higher). FA

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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