Typographic Skills

Aim

This unit aims to develop learners’ understanding and skills in the application and of typography within interpreted norms and conventions, for print, digital and screen-based outcomes.

Learning outcomes

LO1 Understand current typographic practice and its application to print, digital and screen-based outcomes

1.1 Record and define typographic terminology

1.2 Analyse and apply measurement systems and grid structures

1.3 Record, follow and evaluate production processes

LO2 Be able to apply current typographic practice in producing design work

2.1 Employ associated technology and terminology in the production of design work

2.2 Apply practice to meet requirements for a given context and readers

LO3 Be able to select and use type to meet specific requirements

3.1 Produce typographic work that demonstrates flexibility of function, legibility, aesthetic values and meaning, as

appropriate to specific requirements

3.2 Utilise historical and contemporary influences to meet specific requirements

3.3 Evaluate own outcomes and propose refinements.