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Apr 16, 2024
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ARTH 474 - History of Graphic Design
This course presents a survey of the history of graphic design from ancient to modern. The subject is investigated in the context of relevant historical and cultural events such as the origins of the alphabet, the invention of typesetting and printing, the industrial revolution, and the digital revolution. Although the course focuses on graphic design and communication systems, it stresses connections between history of graphic design and history of architecture, the decorative arts, and product design.
Credit Hours: 3 hrs
Prerequisite:
Class Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above
Equivalent Courses: ARTH 574
Previously Listed As: ART 459
Terms Offered: Fall and Winter
Last Updated: Course Rotation 9/2014, Equivalent Courses 7/2014, no longer available for grad credit 07/2014, effective Winter 2015; Graduate Credit 07/2011; 2/18/2011
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