ART 159 — Introduction to Typography 3 Units (AA/AS; CSU; UC) 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours

Introduction to fundamental concepts, practices, and theories of typography. Topics include terminology, history, vocabulary, classification, design and contemporary use of type. Utilizing board skills and software programs students will creatively manipulate type fonts in designs and layout applications, demonstrating a sensitivity to the characteristics and communicative values of typography.