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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog

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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 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall and Winter

Prerequisite(s) ARTH 263
Class-Level Restriction Sophomore standing or above

Previously listed as ART 459
Equivalent Courses ARTH 574

Updates 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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