3D Computer Animation program — New!
The following courses are designed to provide students with the relevant skills required to enter into the ever expanding computer animation industry. This program uses industry leading software such as Autodesk Maya and the Adobe CS4 suite. As students advance through a sound progression of relevant 3D production training, they will produce a portfolio of work to demonstrate their ability to potential employers such as video game companies, movie and animation production studios.
Core courses:
- Introduction to Computer Animation
- Digital Imaging for Computer Animation
- Perspective and Figure Drawing
- Video Editing & Post Production Level I
- Computer Animation Level II
- Pre-production & Concept Art
- Portfolio Development
Elective courses:
- Computer Animation Level III
- Video Editing & Post Production Level II
- Advanced Lighting & Texturing
- Advanced 3D Special Effects
- Advanced 3D Character Creation
- 2D Special Effects
Introduction to 3D Computer Animation
Professional level 3D software packages such as Autodesk Maya are used to explore the underlying principles and practical implementation of modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering and animation. No class Apr 5.
ABBOTSFORD — Marshall Road annex (20181 MCW AN01 A5A) Will Maher, 10 sessions, Mon, 6:30–9:30 pm, $459. Starts Feb 15
Computer Animation Level II
Prerequisite: Introduction to 3D Computer Animation
This course continues from Computer Animation I and examines more advanced 3D principles. It also expands on the topics covered in the previous course. You will be encouraged to develop some portfolio show pieces during this course.
ABBOTSFORD — Marshall Road annex
(40078 MCW AN06 A5A) Will Maher, 10 sessions, Mon, 6:30–9:30 pm, $459. Starts May 10
Digital Imaging for Computer Animation
This course provides students with the essential skills required to become a 3D texture artist and also covers the techniques required to create other 2D assets for 3D rendering. This course is taught using industry-standard software such as the Adobe CS4 suite. You will also learn how to edit and retouch digital photographs.
ABBOTSFORD — Marshall Road annex
(20182 MCW AN02 A5A) Will Maher, 10 sessions, Tue, 6:30–9:30 pm, $459. Starts Feb 16
Perspective and Figure DrawingThis course introduces you to the essential applied drawing skills required for animation, concept design, pre-production and game design. The aim of this course is to enable you to use drawing to describe observed and imaginary situations, while developing a clear and communicative drawing style. You will be encouraged to develop some portfolio showpieces during this course.
ABBOT SFORD — Marshall Road annex
(20183 MCW AN03 A5A) John LeFlock and Will Maher, 10 sessions, Sat, 9 am–noon, $459. Starts Feb 20
Pre-production and Concept Art
Prerequisite: Perspective and Figure Drawing This course explores production design and production pipelines within the computer animation industry. In this course you will develop the fundamental skills required to be a successful art director or storyboard artist.
ABBOT SFORD — Marshall Road annex
(40079 MCW AN05 A5A) Will Maher, 10 sessions, Tue, 6:30–9:30 pm, $459. Starts May 4
Video Editing and Post Production Level I
In this course you will learn the relevant technical skills involved in video editing and basic sound mixing using Autodesk Maya software. You’ll also evaluate contemporary practice and develop your own dynamic storytelling abilities. The course will cover topics such as pacing, transitions, and linear and non-linear video editing.
ABBOT SFORD — Marshall Road annex
(20234 MCW AN04 A5A) Will Maher, 10 sessions, Thu, 6:30–9:30 pm, $459. Starts Feb 18
Video Editing and Post Production Level II
Prerequisite: Video Editing & Post Production Level I
This course continues from Level I into digital compositing Working with layers of imagery from various sources, you’ll learn to create seamless and believable composites similar to those that are often featured in visual-effect shots seen on TV or in music videos. These layers can include a combination of 3D computer graphics, live-action video footage, blue/green screen footage, and additional still imagery.
ABBOT SFORD — Marshall Road annex
(40077 MCW AN07 A5A) Will Maher, 10 sessions, Thu, 6:30–9:30 pm, $459. Starts May 6
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Last Updated December 7, 2009
