Academics
3D Animation (APANIM)
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Description
The Digital Animation program prepares students for entry-level positions in digital 3D modeling and animation for use in video, CD-ROM and DVD presentations, broadcast graphics, video game design, kiosks, print (still views), and the Web. Emphasis is on visual perception of 3D form and shape, volume/weight, surface mapping and lighting, basic 3D animation and motion graphic composition for video and internet ready applications.
Articulation
Eastern Michigan University, BS degree.
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Admissions Requirements
High school Macintosh-based course, or GDT 105 with a "C" or better, or instructor permission.
Contact Information
- Division
- Business/Computer Technologies
- Department
- Digital Media Arts Dept
- Advisors
- Randy Van Wagnen
Requirements
First Semester
| Class | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elective(s) | Math | 3 - 4 | |
| ANI 145 | Concept Development for Animation | 2 | |
| ANI 150 | 3D Animation I: Modeling | 4 | |
| ART 111 | Basic Drawing I | 4 | |
| COM 101 | Fundamentals of Speaking | 3 | |
| Total | 16 - 17 | ||
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANI 155 | Textures and Studio Lighting for Animation | 4 | |
| ANI 160 | Fundamentals of Movement and Animation | 4 | |
| ART 127 | Life Drawing I | 4 | |
| GDT 108 | Photoshop Graphics | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elective(s) | Computer and Information Literacy | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Arts and Humanities | 3 | |
| GDT 106 | Illustrator Graphics | 3 | |
| Total | 9 | ||
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elective(s) | Natural Sciences | 3 - 4 | |
| ANI 230 | Motion and Sound | 2 | |
| ANI 250 | 3D Animation II | 4 | |
| ENG 107 | or | Technical Writing I | |
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 3 - 4 | |
| Total | 12 - 14 | ||
Fifth Semester
| Class | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elective(s) | Social and Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| ANI 260 | 3D Animation III | 4 | |
| VID 276 | Video Graphics I | 3 | |
| Total | 10 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 62 - 65
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