ANIM15107
Animation and Design 1
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version   Public
 
Section I: Administrative Information
  Credit Value: 6.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Fall 2004
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents:
N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Course Name (short): Animation & Design 1
School:
All Sheridan Schools
Program(s): Bachelor of Animation
Program Coordinator(s): Michael Carter
Course Leader or Contact: Michel Hannan
Originator: Paulette Geffros
Designate: Paulette Geffros
Version:
2.0
Status: Approved (APPR)

Calendar Description
Students are introduced to drawing dimensional forms; these forms are used in the construction of solid, well-drawn cartoon characters. Students are also introduced to the principles of animation motion and the application of structural drawing to animation. Emphasis is on basic design principles, learning to use and manipulate three-dimensional geometric shapes, and gaining an understanding of human anatomy. The animator's vocabulary of motion is developed through exercises in motion principles.

Typical Instructional Format

Lab
56.0
Lecture
28.0
Total hours: 84.0

Courses may be offered in other formats.

Section I Notes: An instructor is present during studio work.

 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students are introduced to drawing dimensional forms; these forms are used in the construction of solid, well-drawn cartoon characters. Students are also introduced to the principles of animation motion and the application of structural drawing to animation. Emphasis is on basic design principles, learning to use and manipulate three-dimensional geometric shapes, and gaining an understanding of human anatomy. The animator's vocabulary of motion is developed through exercises in motion principles.

Program Context

 
Bachelor of Animation Program Coordinator: Michael Carter
This course is the first part of a core component of the Bachelor of Applied Arts (Animation)program and leads to more advanced studies in subsequent semesters.


Course Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes identify the critical performances, and the knowledge, skills and attitudes that successful students will have reliably demonstrated through the learning experiences and evaluation in the course. Successful students will have demonstrated the following:

 
 
            Knowledge
			
Knowledge

- the elements of structural drawing
- the steps in the geometric breakdown of shapes and forms into 
  various poses
- the methods in creating the lines of action
- the methods in creating exaggeration, emotion, expression and 
  attitude in character design
- the steps in the construction of various model sheets designed in 
  animation studios
- the elements of on-model consistency and believable weight, 
  balance and proportion in character design
- recognition of character types
- the components of character interaction
- understand types of anthropomorphism in animal and inanimate 
  objects
- the steps in the structural breakdown of established characters
- understand basic animation principles.
- the methods of structural drawing and its application to animation.
- the production process of an animated film from initial idea to 
  final projected image.


 
            Skills
			
- draw structurally
- incorporate balance and weight in character design
- draw basic dimensional forms from a variety of views
- have characters express emotion resulting in convincing performance 
  posing
- use model sheets to analysis proportion and on model consistency
- design  anthropomorphic objects and animals 
- design characters that function for movement, are appealing and 
  believable
- inter-relate drawings in such a way as to produce a convincing    
  illusion of motion in time and space
- use video line-testing equipment
- work cooperatively in large and small groups as well as with      
  partners
 
            Attitudes
			
- professionalism (presentation is orderly, instructions are
  followed, deadlines are met)
- responsibility
- respect for classroom environment
- respect for others  
Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 
Module A: Animation

Project #1a   bouncing ball and swinging pendulum        5%
Project #2a   seaweed and waving sheet of paper          5%
Project #3a   ball and tail                             10%
Project #4a   jointed forms - the box-fold              10%
Exam                                                     5%
                                                 Total  35%    
Module B: Characater Design
                             
Assignment #1b   3 views of geometric forms             5%
Assignment #2b   5 poses each of your hands/feet        5%   
Assignment #3b   5 expression poses from live model    10%
Assignment #4b   5 other expression poses              10%
Assignment #5b   design pack                           20%
Assignment #6b   sketch book from Royal Winter Fair    10%
Exam                                                    5%
                                               Total   65%

Evaluation Practices

Procedures for Assignments and Tests:
- It is expected that students will submit assignments at the 
  beginning of class and write tests on time.
- Students must be present in class to get credit for pop quizzes 
  and/or in-class assignments (where applicable).
- Students who are absent for homework assignments are responsible 
  for finding out what was missed.
- If there are exceptional circumstances for missing a test or 
  assignment due date, students should make every effort to notify
  the teacher before the time or date.

Late Assignments:
- Unless there are verifiable medical or compassionate grounds for 
  lateness, or if the student has  arranged an extension before 
  the due date, late assignments will be downgraded as follows:
- 10% (one letter grade)  per day for a maximum of three days.
- After a period of three days' lateness, assignments will receive 
  a grade of zero (0) percent.

Missed Tests:
- To have the opportunity to write a make-up test, the student may be 
  required to provide appropriate documentation. All make up tests
  will be written at a time and place specified by the teacher.
Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requirements:

 

Generic Skills
Generic Skills emphasized in the course:

  communication - written   communication - oral X communication - visual
X analytical X creative thinking X decision making
X interpersonal X numeracy X organizational
X problem solving X technological   other (see below)

Notes: N/A

General Education
This General Education course relates to the following themes as specified by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

  asthetic appreciation   social understanding
  civic life   understanding science
  cultural understanding   understanding technology
  personal development   work and the economy

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact: Michael Carter

Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous life and work experiences. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Challenge Exam Portfolio Interview Other Not Eligible for PLAR
  X X    

Notes: N/A

 
 
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.
Print Effective Term Professor Applicable Student Group(s)
Fall 2004 Vivien Ludlow Students in Bachelor of Applied Arts (Animation)
Fall 2004 Multiple Professors Students in Bachelor of Applied Arts (Animation)
 
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