Type Design I
DSD–3611–E
Philip DiBello
Tuesdays
03:20PM – 06:10PM
09/03/19 – 12/10/19
School of Visual Arts
209 East 23 Street
Room 304
Instructor
Philip DiBello
philip@noideas.biz
Course Description
This course will provide a emphasis on developing a designers sensitivity to typography through both restrictive and open-ended assignments. Projects will be a combination of experimentation and formal exercises with a focus on typographic systems as well as the details of macro and micro typography.
Technological advancements of type will be examined through readings and historical materials. Theory, dialogue, process and personal practice will be central themes discussed to establish a students own opinions about design. Classes are a combination of critique, in-class workshops, and one-on-one meetings with occasional guest lectures and critiques.
Throughout the semester readings will be assigned along with each project. Readings can be found here.
Student Expectations
This course is constructed for a higher level junior design student. It assumes you already have knowledge of fundamental design and typographic principals. Some assignments will be open ended. You must take initiative in every project and make it your own. You’re expected to engage in critique, both by giving and receiving feedback.
Your level of effort will dictate your success in this class. You must be disciplined and self-motivated. To get good work here or anywhere you must put in the time. Coming in un-prepared is not only disrespectful to me, but is also unfair to your fellow students and yourself.
This is a space to discuss and understand graphic design. It is not about a job, or approval, or client and designer relationships. Understand you’re here for yourself. Not to please your peers, or your professors, or outside sources.
Attendance is critically important to the success of your assignments and your letter grade. You’re required to be in class at it’s start time. If work will be shown, it should be up on the wall once you walk in. Take pride in your work and display it properly. Hang it with clear thumbtacks and make sure it’s straight and orderly.
Attendance Policy
You’re given one absence without repercussion. Missing a second class is an automatic C. If you miss three classes you will be withdrawn from the course, no exceptions. Tardiness will not be tolerated. Class starts promptly at 3:20, and the classroom door will be closed at 3:30. If the door is closed you are not permitted to enter and your tardiness will be counted as an absence.
Grading Breakdown
Grades are a combination of the quality of your work, class participation and progress. Simply showing up will not make you pass the course. You must be prepared for the days lesson, completing any homework or readings assigned and ready to discuss.
A
Your work is of exceptional quality and reflects mastery of the material covered in class. Your class participation is outstanding. Your craft is impeccable and you find ways to push design and materiality. You consistently add something new to every project or push your capabilities. Your work steadily improved throughout the semester.
B
Your work is very good and satisfies the goals of the course. You participate in class discussion. Continue to refine your craft, and find those moments to take initiative in any given project and push it beyond it’s boundaries.
C
Your work meets the standards of the course. You could speak up or engage more often during class discussion. Be willing to take more chances with craft and production. You turn in assignments and did not miss more than one class.
F
Your work did not meet the requirements for this class. You did not complete all projects or missed 3 classes. You will receive no credit.
Students with Disabilities
In order to receive academic accommodations due to a disability, a student must first register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Students approved for accommodations will be given an ODS Accommodation Letter to submit to their instructors. If a student does not provide an ODS Accommodation Letter to their instructor, they will not be eligible to receive accommodations in that course. All instructors are required to adhere to SVA’s policies regarding accommodations for students with disabilities. Students who have a need for academic accommodations, or suspect they may have a disability, should contact the ODS via telephone: 212-592-2396, or visit the office: 340 East 24th Street, 1st Floor, New York, NY 10010, or email: disabilityservices@sva.edu.