Sheridan Course Outlines

ANIM56859
IMM Motion Graphics

I: Administrative Information II: Course Details III: Topical Outline(s) Printable Version

Section I: Administrative Information

Total hours: 28.0
Credit Value: 2.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2012
Prerequisites: (VDES55861)
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Interactive Multimedia
Program Coordinator(s): Andrew Smyk
Course Leader or Contact: Andrew Smyk
Version: 7.0
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: N/A

Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students create moving graphics to enhance the visual appeal of interactive multimedia. Techniques and methodology of classical animation will be used to create animated topography and graphics for web/mobile distribution as well as character animation. Techniques to incorporate 3D animation will also be examined.

Program Context

Interactive Multimedia

Program Coordinator: Andrew Smyk

Interactive Multimedia encapsulates games and puzzles; tools and applictions; artistic and experimental work; and simulations for education and entertainment. Its main strength is providing computer augmented environments in which people can create content and communicate with one another. Focus is on interactivity beyond navigation. However, it is still important that people are attracted to the interactive multimedia and a very powerful way to attract attention is with motion graphics. The addition of motion graphics to project can provide the necessary impact to stand out in the marketplace. The motion graphic skills learned in this course will be used in projects through out the program.

Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

 Critical Performance:

By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated the 
ability to make motion graphics that enhance the appeal of their 
projects.

Learning Outcomes: 

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated 
the ability to:          
			
1.  Define communication goals that match client needs and
    requirements. 
2.  Plan motion graphics that relate to target users. 
3.  Create storyboards and mock ups. 
4.  Utilize proper animation principles. 
5.  Create character animation.
6.  Animate interface including titles, logos, buttons, menus and
    content. 
7.  Set desired pacing using timed Tweens with delays. 
8.  Prepare motion graphics for Web, mobile and television formats. 
9.  Evaluate the effectiveness of motion graphics in its final
    delivery. 
10. Integrate motion graphics into projects.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:
 
Assignments (2-3)    [50%]  
Exam                 [20%]
Final Projects (1-2) [30%]

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requirements:

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

X	Communication	X	Critical Thinking & Problem Solving	X	Interpersonal
X	Numeracy	X	Information Management		Personal

Notes: N/A

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) : Office of the Registrar
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous relevant work/life experience, service, self-study and training on the job. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Challenge Exam	Portfolio	Interview	Other	Not Eligible for PLAR
				X

Notes: This course is not eligible for PLA due to program-wide multi-course group projects.

Section III: Topical Outline

Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Effective term: Winter 2012
Professor: Multiple Professors
Textbook(s):

Textbooks - subject to Instructor's instruction.  

The Animator's Survival Kit
Richard Williams
ISBN: 0571202284
Publisher: Faber

Course material and references are provided online.

Applicable student group(s): Interactive Multimedia Post-Graduate Program.
Course Details:

Module 1. MOTION GRAPHICS THEORY (2 Weeks Approximately)
Topics: definitions, design principles, audience evaluation,
        scenarios, storyboards, mockups
Outcomes: 1-4 above
Evaluation: Assignment

Module 2. TRADITIONAL ANIMATION TECHNIQUES (3 Weeks Approximately)
Topics: bouncing ball, character animation, bones and inverse
        kinematics, walk cycles and lip syncing, animating to sound
Outcomes: 4-5 above
Evaluation: Assignment

Module 3. INTERFACE ANIMATION TECHNIQUES (6 Weeks Approximately)
Topics: animating text, tween engines, tween timig and delays, 3D
        animation
Outcomes: 6-8 above
Evaluation: Assignment

Evaluation: Exam (Modules 1-3)

Module 4. LAB (3 Weeks Approximately)
Topics: in class time to work on final projects
Outcomes: 1-10 above

Evaluation: Final Project(s) (Modules 1-4)

Sheridan Policies

All Sheridan policies can be viewed on the Sheridan policy website.

Academic Integrity: The principle of academic integrity requires that all work submitted for evaluation and course credit be the original, unassisted work of the student. Cheating or plagiarism including borrowing, copying, purchasing or collaborating on work, except for group projects arranged and approved by the professor, or otherwise submitting work that is not the student's own, violates this principle and will not be tolerated. Students who have any questions regarding whether or not specific circumstances involve a breach of academic integrity are advised to review the Academic Integrity Policy and procedure and/or discuss them with the professor.

Copyright: A majority of the course lectures and materials provided in class and posted in SLATE are protected by copyright. Use of these materials must comply with the Acceptable Use Policy, Use of Copyright Protected Work Policy and Student Code of Conduct. Students may use, copy and share these materials for learning and/or research purposes provided that the use complies with fair dealing or an exception in the Copyright Act. Permission from the rights holder would be necessary otherwise. Please note that it is prohibited to reproduce and/or post a work that is not your own on third-party commercial websites including but not limited to Course Hero or OneNote. It is also prohibited to reproduce and/or post a work that is not your own or your own work with the intent to assist others in cheating on third-party commercial websites including but not limited to Course Hero or OneNote.

Intellectual Property: Sheridan's Intellectual Property Policy generally applies such that students own their own work. Please be advised that students working with external research and/or industry collaborators may be asked to sign agreements that waive or modify their IP rights. Please refer to Sheridan's IP Policy and Procedure.

Respectful Behaviour: Sheridan is committed to provide a learning environment that supports academic achievement by respecting the dignity, self-esteem and fair treatment of every person engaged in the learning process. Behaviour which is inconsistent with this principle will not be tolerated. Details of Sheridan's policy on Harassment and Discrimination, Academic Integrity and other academic policies are available on the Sheridan policy website.

Accessible Learning: Accessible Learning coordinates academic accommodations for students with disabilities. For more information or to register, please see the Accessible Learning website (Statement added September 2016)

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Any changes to course curriculum and/or assessment shall adhere to approved Sheridan protocol. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.

[ Printable Version ]