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Computer Graphics Animation
Course Title
Computer Graphics Animation
Course Description
Computer Graphics Animation constitutes a default method of image synthesis for fine art, game design, cinema, and advertising. This production-intensive studio course introduces students to professional CG Animation tools (Adobe Animate, Blender, Python, After Effects) as well as an overview of animation styles, aesthetics, philosophies and cultures. Sessionly project assignments based on tutorials cover modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, and rendering. Final projects focus on animation portfolio work with scenes, characters and animation sequences to be exported to video and game design.
Minimum
4
Maximum
4
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Alternative Final Assessment
American Cultures Requirement
No
Reading and Composition Requirement
None of the Reading and Composition Requirement
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if the following the course(s) have already been completed.
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Credit Replacement Courses. Upon passing, students can use the following course(s) to replace a deficient grade for this course.
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Formats
Studio
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
12
Minimum Hours
4.5
Maximum Hours
4.5
Studio Mode of Instruction
Online
Outside Work Hours Min
10.5
Maximum Hours
10.5
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
8
Minimum Hours
7.5
Maximum Hours
7.5
Studio Mode of Instruction
Online
Outside Work Hours Min
15
Maximum Hours
15
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
6
Minimum Hours
9
Maximum Hours
9
Studio Mode of Instruction
Online
Outside Work Hours Min
21
Maximum Hours
21