CIS 131 - Animation Principles and Production I

Credits: 3

Description: Introduction to 3D Computer Animation Computer Animation is an ever growing industry. This course will cover topics including object shading using Maxon Sketch and Toon, Pyroclusters, Net Rendering, and Rigid and Soft Body Dynamics. Students will design projects utilizing the skills introduced in the course. Students will also implement many of the skills learned in the Introduction to 3D Computer Animation course.

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate the use of pyro-clusters on primitive objects
Design 5 primitive objects utilizing floor and sky objects which will be added to the student’s portfolio.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 90
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 2
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 3