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Aug 06, 2026
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ARTH 105 - History of Design
PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College , or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading
PROGRAM: Humanities
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
This course surveys the history of design from the earliest stages of the printing press and other production tools including photographic processes to contemporary and evolving applications. A wide-range of periods specifically within the history of graphic and photographic design will be explored as well as the influences of craft, industry, technology, philosophy, religion and other cultural forces associated with style. Historical contexts will also be examined as well the connection between “design work” and the “fine arts” of the same period.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Recall the advancements in design practices and photographic technologies over time.
- Recognize the different stylistic movements in design and notable designers associated with these periods.
- Explore and reflect the history of typography with an understanding of how media has influenced type and graphic design.
- Complete a variety of design assignments that introduce the students to real-world design issues and require problem-solving skills.
- Increase and utilize the visual memory and language required to evaluate and thoughtfully express design principles in a deadline-driven work environment.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- The Asian Contribution
- Gutenberg
- European Printing
- Renaissance Design
- Typographic Genius
- Arts & Crafts Movement
- Art Nouveau
- The Modernist Era
- The Bauhaus
- New Typography
- Modern Movement in America The Age of Information
- Corporate Identity
- Visual Systems
- Conceptual Image
- National Visions
- Postmodern Design
- The Digital Revolution
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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