Typography Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

ARTC-1327-001 Typography

Prerequisites

Corequisite: ARTC 1325

Course Description

A study of letterforms and typographic concepts as elements of graphic communication. Emphasis on developing a current, practical typographic knowledge based on industry standards.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ No textbook required.

Supplies

\ Supply list will be provided.

Student Performance

\ After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:

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• \ Demonstrate and gain skill to effectively use typography in design
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• \ Use typographical syntax
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• \ Understand and define "good" typography
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• \ Demonstrate the mechanics and techniques of typography
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• \ Set, design, layout and manipulate type using computer
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Expected Student Behavior

\   Professionalism, discipline, attention, respect, participation, cooperation.
\    No cell phones or iPods or any electronic devices will be allowed for use in class.

Grading Criteria

\ Projects will be graded on timeliness, strength of concept, professionalism,
\     craftsmanship, and success in application of creative content.  Your overall attitude in the 
\     classroom will be a consideration as to your final grade.

\  MAKE-UP POLICY:  Deadlines are FINAL.  Under special circumstances, student must contact instructor for an 
\     opportunity to make up an assignment. A formal written document must be furnished with 
\    any request as to this matter.

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\ •  Students will be responsible for signing their own name on the attendance sheet in class.
\ •  Instructor will not be responsible for student’s failure to sign the class attendance sheet! 
\ •  If you do not sign the attendance sheet you will be marked absent. 
\ •  Absences of more than three class periods per semester will not be tolerated.  After the 
\    limit (again, of 3), final class grade will be reduced and the student will be advised by the
\    instructor concerning continuing or withdrawing from the course.
\ •  Students will attend end of school showing of portfolios by senior classmen.

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