Symbol and Icon Design | Quarter 403

November 13, 2012 Student Work Faculty: Carol Fillip

Class Description
The focus of this course is on the principles, theory, and terminology of symbols (primarily pictographic, nonverbal graphic communication), symbol systems, marks of identity, and icon design for computer applications. We will also be discussing custom logotype design. This course will emphasize the inherent benefits and shortcomings of symbols, the application and use of symbols, and the evaluation
or field-testing of graphic symbols to substantiate effectiveness.
This course will include: lectures, studio projects, demonstrations in and out-of-class assignments, readings, group and individual critiques, videos and team and / or individual presentations.