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TYPOGRAPHY 1
Course Code
DGD 1213
Amir Shariffudin
Year 1, Semester 2
Face to face
L = Lecture
T = Tutorial/Seminar
P = Practical/Studio/Workshop
O = Others/Self Study
14 hrs
42 hrs
0 hrs
64 hrs
Credit Value
Nil
Learning Outcomes
10
Transferable Skills
11
Assessment Scheme:
Visualization of concept and creativity
Presentation and execution quality
Image making techniques
Designing with type
12
Synopsis
This subject aims to introduce the basic specification, copy fitting, and kerning as
well as developing a full understanding of the terminology used by typographers.
Structured to let students feel at ease with the technical aspects of typography that
must be learned if they are to design and work with type intelligently and creatively.
The next stage of Typography aims to extend information learned; therefore
Typography now becomes the medium and the message of symbolic
communication. Thus inherent from different typefaces is explored. Typographic
relationships with other graphic elements are investigated through brochures,
poster, and other 2-dimensional projects.
13
Mode of Delivery
14
Participation
Quiz
Projects
Total
15
10%
20%
70%
: 100%
Course/module Aims
To foster self-confidence and the ability to develop informed design strategies; it will
also encourage student to bring their own experiences and interests to the course.
Student will develop their own unique and individual approach to visual problem
solving.
To excel the student with a range of abilities that include knowledge, technical, critical,
conceptual, interpersonal, attitudes and learning skills, which will enable them to enter
many varied areas of industry.
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Major
Contribution
Minor
Contribution
Major
Contribution
Minor
Contribution
hold a diploma qualification which will enhance their employability in both large and
small firms, whether in Malaysia or other countries.
possess other common skills, such as computer, English language and study skills, as
well as personal abilities, such as self-management, critical thinking, independent work
and teamwork.
be aware of professional and ethical responsibilities including the global and social
context of visual communication.
Content Outline of the course/module and the SLT per topic
Contact Hours
Tutorial
Self Study
Total SLT
Lecture
17
12
10
18
10
18
4.
10
18
5.
Construction of Alphabet
Geometric
Freehand
3D type
10
18
1.
Introduction to Typography
The anatomy of type
Type classification
The typographic font
The type family
Typographic measurement
2.
3.
6.
10
18
7.
10
18
14
42
64
120
Total Hours
18
19
20