TYPOGRAPHY III PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
GRA231	TYPOGRAPHY III	3	4	2	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. METİN KUŞ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer İREM FULYA ÖZKAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to apply practical applications of typographical composition and informing with typography methods. Visualizes communication by developing different approaches in designing with fonts.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include advanced examination of typography: analysis of the perceptual aspects of the type, investigation and explanation of typographic variables, logical issues related to the planning and organization of information systems.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Plan functional organization of complex knowledge through effective hierarchy and typographic expression.
Apply the language metaphorically and symbolically to examine the verbal and visual relations of typography and image.
Demonstrate the skill of using typography in the designs of various levels to meet the needs of masses.
Apply the relation between font and visual to create dynamic and meaningful designs.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Research	Aesthetic revolution of type within history and current situation	Presentation, Lecture
2	Research	Conceptual and sensorial reflection of type fonts	Presentation, Lecture
3	Research	Vector-based typographic trials	Application
4	Practice	Typographic Interpretation over the projects of students	Application
5	Practice	Critique: Analysis of students' projects	Application
6	Practice	Institutional fonts and lecture on type families	Application
7	Research	Project: Creating typeface	Presentation, Lecture
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Practice	Project: Creating typeface	Application
10	Research	Interpretation of typeface in the sense of sensorial impacts and semiology	Presentation, Lecture
11	Practice	Project: Analysis on sample design for photography and type usage	Application
12	Practice	Critique: Analysis of sketches	Application
13	Practice	Project Interpretation and Analysis	Application
14	Practice	Project Interpretation and Analysis	Application
15	Practice	Evaluation	Application
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Harris P., Ambrose G. (2014). Grafik Tasarımda Tipografi, Literatur Publications.
Harris P., Ambrose G. (2012). Tipografinin Temelleri, Literatur Publications.
Garfield S. (2012). Tam Benim Tipim, Domingo Publications.
Sarıkavak N.K. (2014). Çagdas Tipografinin Temelleri, Seckin Publications.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to know the basic concepts of Graphic Design and to define how these concepts are reflected in designs.					4
2	will be able to define the function of Graphic Design in communal and social contexts.			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to organize the relations between the target audience and the visual design.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to apply the past and current technical knowledge and methods in the field of Graphic Design with the competence required by the design process.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to apply designs with appropriate combinations by considering the interaction of the field of Graphic Design with other disciplines.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to behave according to the values of social, cultural, scientific and professional ethics in the design process of Graphic Design.				3
2	will be able to use and reflect quality, cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues in the all kind of processes in the field.	0
3	will be able to implements planned tasks in the desired manner and on time by organizing comprehensive design processes in the field of Graphic Design in individual or group works.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to use and relate the information that obtained in Graphic Design education for higher academic education processes or different field disciplines.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	will be able to explain the theorical and applicational knowledge related to the field of Graphic Design with using appropriate presentation and communication techniques.						5
2	will be able to use a foreign language at least at the B1 level of the European language portfolio.	0
3	will be able to use basic computer softwares, information and communication technologies and graphic design programs as required by the field.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	wil be able to demonstrate....						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	13	3	39
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	2	3	6
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	13	3	39
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	1	6	6
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	45	0	148