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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
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56.0 |
Lecture
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28.0 |
Total hours: |
84.0 |
Courses may be offered in other formats.
Section I Notes:
An instructor is present during studio work.
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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
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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.
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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:
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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
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Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:
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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.
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Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requirements:
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Generic
Skills
Generic Skills emphasized in the course:
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communication
- written |
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communication
- oral |
X
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communication
- visual |
X
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analytical |
X
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creative
thinking |
X
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decision
making |
X
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interpersonal |
X
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numeracy |
X
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organizational |
X
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problem
solving |
X
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technological |
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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.
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asthetic
appreciation |
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social
understanding |
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civic
life |
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understanding
science |
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cultural
understanding |
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understanding
technology |
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personal
development |
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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 |
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X |
X |
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Notes: N/A
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