Type Design and Development
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Type Design
Overview of the course, importance of type design, and brief history of typography

Module #2
Typeface Anatomy
Understanding the basic components of a typeface, including letters, glyphs, and diacritics

Module #3
Type Classification
Serif, Sans-Serif, Script, Display, and other typographic classifications

Module #4
Understanding Typography
Typography principles, including legibility, readability, and visual hierarchy

Module #5
Designing for Legibility
Factors affecting legibility, including x-height, counter size, and letter spacing

Module #6
Creating a Concept
Developing a concept for a typeface, including research and inspiration

Module #7
Sketching and Prototyping
Hand-sketching and digital prototyping techniques for type design

Module #8
Introduction to Font Editors
Overview of font editing software, including FontLab, Glyphs, and RoboFont

Module #9
Digitizing and Refining
Digitizing sketches and refining letterforms using font editing software

Module #10
Typography and Language
Designing for multiple languages, including non-Latin scripts and diacritics

Module #11
OpenType Features
Understanding and implementing OpenType features in type design

Module #12
Typeface Testing and Quality Assurance
Testing and refining a typeface for quality and consistency

Module #13
Web Fonts and Digital Type
Designing and optimizing typefaces for digital media, including web fonts and mobile devices

Module #14
Type and Branding
Using type design in branding and visual identity systems

Module #15
Type in Publishing
Using type design in publishing, including book design and magazine design

Module #16
Type in User Interface Design
Using type design in user interface design, including app design and web design

Module #17
Collaboration and Feedback
Working with clients, stakeholders, and other designers to refine type designs

Module #18
Type Design Business Practices
Understanding licensing, copyright, and business aspects of type design

Module #19
Advanced Type Design Techniques
Exploring advanced techniques, including variable fonts and parametric design

Module #20
Case Study:Designing a Type Family
Real-world example of designing a type family, from concept to completion

Module #21
Type Design Critique and Feedback
Receiving and giving feedback on type designs, including group critiques

Module #22
Type Design Trends and Future Directions
Current trends and future directions in type design, including emerging technologies

Module #23
Type Design for Accessibility
Designing typefaces for accessibility, including legibility for visually impaired users

Module #24
Type Design for Multi-Script Environments
Designing typefaces for multi-script environments, including non-Latin and CJK scripts

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Type Design and Development career

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