GDES 009 - Introduction to Typography

    Recent Professors
    Jeff Rascov
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of GDES 009
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course focuses on creating typographic solutions for graphic design. Key topics include a historical overview of letterforms and type classifications, factors contributing to the style and functionality of type face design, and the fundamental principles of typographic layouts and lettering techniques commonly used in graphic design. The anatomy of type and how typefaces communicate message/purpose are also covered in the course.
    Usually Held
    Wed 6:00pm–7:55pm, Mon 12:30pm–1:20pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–2:00pm, Wed 12:30pm–1:35pm