Computer Animation

Certificate in Applied Science

39 Credit Hours

This certificate is designed to provide training in basic design principles and theories, animation techniques, 2D and 3D computer animation, image manipulation and digital video editing.

Major Requirements

ART 111	Basic Drawing I	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course provides an introduction to the materials and the basic techniques of drawing.Learn More

ARV 121	Design	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers basic theories, vocabulary, principles, techniques, media and problem-solving in basic design.Learn More

ARV 123	Composition and Color	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the investigation and application of principles and concepts of visual organization and the psychological and physical properties of color.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 121 with a minimum grade of C

ARV 125	Drawing for Animators	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course introduces students to the basic elements of gesture drawing, quick sketch, volume, and depth techniques to capture action and attitude. Drawing for weight, force, thought, emotion and movement is stressed.Learn More Prerequisites ART 111 with a minimum grade of C or departmental approval
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FLM 230	Animation Production	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers how to produce animated films and includes an understanding of camera-less animation, flip books, inbetweening, cel painting, 3-D animation and other forms of single-frame movement.Learn More

ARV 217	Computer Imagery	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the use of the computer as a tool to create images that address the needs of the visual communication field. Adobe Photoshop software is used. It is recommended that students enrolling in ARV 217 be familiar with basic computer functions and computer file management.Learn More

ARV 279	Portfolio Preparation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the basic techniques used to organize, edit and critique a presentation of existing projects.Learn More

ARV 280	Visual Arts Exit Portfolio	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the preparation of students’ job-seeking or academic-placement portfolios. The course includes lectures, demonstrations and studio work. This course should be taken in the last semester.Learn More Prerequisites ARV 279 with a minimum grade of C

MAP 110	Editing I	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course is an introduction to basic digital editing. Logical sequencing, technical correctness and creative storytelling will be emphasized. It is recommended that students enrolling in MAP 110 be familiar with basic computer functions and computer file management.Learn More

MAP 190	Introduction to Animation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers basic skills in professional 3-D modeling and animation software used by the animation, visual effects and video game industries.Learn More

MAP 191	3D Modeling	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers techniques used in creating rigid body, inorganic, polygonal geometric objects.Learn More Prerequisites MAP 190

MAP 192	Character Animation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers techniques used in the modeling and animation of organic characters and creatures.Learn More Prerequisites MAP 190 with a minimum grade of C

MAP 193	Animation Workflow	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course explains the principles of animation by adding and editing keyframes on a timeline. Emphasis is on the development of file structures, naming conventions and strategies that promote good workflow.Learn More Prerequisites MAP 192

MAP 194	Gaming Animation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course introduces students to game development through the creation of video game assets of a 3D game engine.Learn More Prerequisites MAP 190 with a minimum grade of C

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.