XGRD5029 - Typography I

Course Description

Why is Helvetica so widely used? Sans Serif or Serif? If these questions sound familiar, this course is just your type. While learning typography, students consider type classifications and production, with an emphasis on the mechanics of type, including measurements, type spacing, and composition. The anatomy of basic letterforms and letter indication are also explored. Students in this course produce a small booklet or a poster.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Graphic Design : Required Courses
• Motion Graphics : Required Courses
• UX/UI for Web Design : Required Courses