DGME 220 - Typography

    Recent Professors
    Vera Fainshtein
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    25–30 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Study letterforms and understand fundamental typographic principles with an emphasis on the vocabulary of the typographic form and its relationship to message and purpose. Covers in a practical and useful manner, typographic history, anatomy, classification, legibility, choosing and mixing typefaces, and type as an expressive medium. Classroom theory is applied to practical typographic problems. A materials fee as shown in the Schedule of Classes is payable upon request.
    Usually Held
    Wed 6:00pm–8:05pm, Wed 8:15pm–9:30pm