ACD 145 - Advanced Animation

5 Credits

This course covers the extensive capabilities of 3D modeling software programs as used in the art and entertainment industry for 3D digital content creation. Students learn modeling techniques using polygons and rigging. Texturing, animation, and rendering are also highlighted.

Pre-requisite(s) ACD 120 or VICOM 211 with a minimum grade of 1.0
FeesAcademic Technology Fee

Quarters Typically Offered

Designed to Serve Animation and Character Design students, Fine Art students, anyone interested in learning Advanced Animation
Active Date 20260416T10:52:00

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Course Outline

Fundamentals of animation are applied to a computer-generated environment
Create and animate basic three-dimensional models
Emphasis is on foundational skills related to the creation of motion, camera movement, and basic storyline development.

Student Learning Outcomes
Create 3D animations that clearly communicate an action.

Apply the principles of animation in a 3D scene.

Properly manipulate a control rig.

Use 3D modeling software program to create a video.