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Discipline: Degree: AS - Animation - S1006

Course Name	Course Number	Objectives
2D Game Level Design	ANIM 141	Students will be able to analyze and evaluate the game mechanics that make a successful level. Students will be able to define successful game level design. Students will be able to compare and contrast game level categories of side scroller, puzzle, first person shooter, and top down level with 80% accuracy. Students will be able to the elements of story by presenting synopses of games utilizing simplicity, consistency, suspense, and fairness. Students will be able to design platform specific levels for original game concepts. Students will be able to identify characteristics of successful user interfaces.
Character Development	ANIM 116	Develop a cohesive cast of characters. Create five point character turnarounds. Develop and render characters on-model. Create drawings exploring a variety of facial expressions. Render character emotions through body posing. Produce character comparison charts. Outcome/Objective Students will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of rendering a basic character, of their choice, with consistency. Outcome/Objective Students will be able to create a model sheets for each of their own characters.
Demo-Reel	ANIM 148	Create demo-reel of appropriate art work, cover letter and resume that will assist in entering animation field or baccalaureate institution. Discuss, analyze and evaluate work with appropriate terminology for content, technique and style. Identify and solve demo reel problems by applying animation concepts and techniques. Evaluate how animation and images work together in a demo reel as a strategic tool for entering animation fields. Apply principles of composition and animation in objective and subjective analysis of work appropriate for demo reel. Outcome/Objective Students will be able to identify an area of focus within the 3D animation field. Identify area of focus within animation fields based on interest, skill and strength. Outcome/Objective Students will create a demo-reel of appropriate artwork based on the research produced in the class.
Digital Animation	ANIM 175	Outcome/ Objective Students will be able to create web compatible animation through the proper use and workflow of the Flash interface. Use software and techniques common to the motion graphics field. Manage project timelines, layers, and compositions for efficient animation. Outcome/ Objective Students will be able to create an animated movement for an object using motion tweening and the motion editor. Produce motion graphics demonstrating the use of logic and creativity per industry standards. Analyze and evaluate motion graphic projects for content, technique, and design through oral and written critique. Create original motion graphics that synthesize the principles of animation, design, and cinematography appropriate to the field.
Digital Paint and Ink	ANIM 100	Export digital content for use in other software programs. Synthesize painting and drawing techniques to create stylized artwork. Use Bezier paths to digitally ink vector graphic drawings. Create drawings and paintings using custom brush libraries. Demonstrate the use of digital drawing tools for both bitmap and vector software.
Drawing - Gesture and Figure	ANIM 101A	Students will be able to use line to create the illusion of three-dimensional form through use of cross contour and construction. Students will be able to quickly assess and communicate two-dimensionally the proportions of the figure through gesture drawing. Students will be able to quickly assess and communicate two-dimensionally the shape of the figure. Students will be able to quickly assess and communicate two-dimensionally the action of the figure through gesture drawing. MO 4. Create drawings that incorporate drapery and costume. MO 3. Develop quick study drawing skills. MO 2. Create drawings that use human proportions. MO 1. Create drawings that capture gesture. MO 5. Execute drawings demonstrating communicative potential of the human figure.
Fundamentals of Computer Science	CSCI 110	Discuss fundamental units of digital computers. Describe instruction set, computer organization and operating system features. Analyze and design efficient algorithms for problem solving. Utilize text editors, compilers and IDEs. Utilize appropriate data types and structures. Write, organize and assemble program documentation. Create correct code, and debug simple errors in one of the higher level languages (C, C++ or Java.) For a given algorithm students will be able to write the C++ code using a modular approach. Students will feel that computer science is a beneficial part of their education Define computer terminology. Describe various data representations. Demonstrate number system conversion to and from binary, decimal and hexadecimal. CS students feel they have the resources necessary for their success.
Game Prototype Production	ANIM 151	Students will differentiate between the following four main production cycles of design, art building, technical scripting and marketing. Students will produce game prototypes. Students will develop marketing strategies for game distribution. Students will create 2D and 3D game art assets utilizing industry standard software. Students will build game production schedules that identify milestones and deadlines.
Intermediate 3D Animation	ANIM 146	Create portfolios. Create run cycles with character rigs. Apply motion analysis to key framed character animations. Create key poses for animation using rigged characters. Refine 3D character's walk cycle animation using the graph editor. Students will be able animate a 3D rigged character, in a walk cycle, using inverse kinematics. 96% of students passed this SLO assessments. Animate 3D rigged characters in walk cycles using inverse kinematics. Students will be able to refine the character's walk cycle animation using the graph editor. 96% of students passed this SLO assessments.
Intermediate 3D Modeling	ANIM 132	Create and fully texture a low-polygon model for use in a game engine. MO4: Demonstrate ability to render a 3D scene following professional methods for maximum realism of the scene. MO3: Demonstrate ability to design an appropriate setup, and light a 3D scene. MO2: Demonstrate ability to design UV layout, and texture 3D objects. MO1: Demonstrate ability to create organic looking 3D objects. Students will be able to create a seamless texture map to apply to a 3D surface. Students will be able to light a 3D object using three-point lighting.
Introduction to 3-D Modeling	ANIM 130	Use appropriate tools and techniques to produce polygonal objects of varying complexity (hard-surface based and organic based) that can be used in games and animation media. Students will be able to refine the ball?s squash and stretch animation with the Graph Editor. Create a complete scene from photographic reference using all acquired 3D modeling techniques. Create UV maps and apply simple textures and materials on hard-surface objects. Plan, organize, and execute large scale modeling projects that include over 200 independent objects. Critique polygonal modeling projects based on learned skills and concepts. Students will be able to animate a bouncing ball in 3D Computer Graphics, using squash and stretch deformers, create movements to convey gravity and weight of a bouncing ball.
Introduction to Gaming	ANIM 131	Students will be able to compare and contrast the following four game types: 1. Shoot-em-ups, 2. First person shooter, 3. Strategy games, 4. Puzzle games The students will be able to use the elements of story by presenting synopses of games utilizing simplicity, consistency, suspense, and fairness. MO1: Demonstrate ability to organize digital assets required for a short game, in a manner that is easy to decipher, and manage. MO2: Demonstrate ability to plan a short game production, and track it through its completion using a simple production planning system. MO3: Demonstrate ability to conceive, design, and create game mechanics for an intended gameplay experience in a computer game. MO6: Demonstrate ability to conceive, design, create art assets, interface with a vendor site, and produce a working board game. MO4: Shows evidence of understanding the need of the game developer to continually communicate with the player. MO5: Shows ability to implement a short game project, including all the aspects of the development: game design, art assets creation, sound design, coding, bug fixing, testing, and create a working build of the game.
Motion Graphics, Compositing and Visual Effects	ANIM 172	Outcome/ Objective Students will demonstrate the animation principles of 'easing in and out' in motion graphics work. Produce motion graphics demonstrating the use of logic and creativity per industry standards. Create original motion graphics that synthesize the principles of animation, design, and cinematography appropriate to the field. Analyze and evaluate motion graphic projects for content, technique, and design through oral and written critique. Manage project timelines, layers, and compositions for efficient animation. Students will demonstrate the ability to create and composite using an alpha channel. Use software and techniques common to the motion graphics field.
Principles of Animation	ANIM 108	Draw to present story points or ideas completely and clearly through staging. Apply action analysis and observations to animated drawings. Create drawings that convey action in terms of movement, emotion, attitude, and expression. Render basic animation movements for characters or objects while applying the mechanics and timing of squash and stretch, key poses, secondary actions, follow through, staging, overlapping action and weight. Outcome/Objective Students will be able to render fluid "arc" movements for a falling leaf. Outcome/Objective Students will be able to render fluid "squash and stretch" movements for a bouncing ball. Anim 108 students will be able to successfully execute the "Principles of Animation." Apply critical thinking skills to problem solve visual design problems
Storyboarding	ANIM 115	Outcome/ Objective Students will be able to identify the formal elements of story. Assess storyboards for quality control and continuity Sketch key emotions and body language. Render effective storyboard panels including notation. Synthesize the theme (premise) of a story. Analyze a story's potential for animation. Identify the elements of a story. Outcome/ Objective Students will be able to create storyboards that show continuity between shots.

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