Sheridan Course Outlines

ANIM53501
Computer Lighting and Rendering 2

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

Section I: Administrative Information

Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2005
Prerequisites: (ANIM54110) AND
Corequisites: ANIM54925
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: PR - Computer Animation or Equivalent

Course Name (short): Comp Lighting and Rendering 2
School: All Sheridan Schools
Program(s): Comp Animation-Dig Vis Eff
Program Coordinator(s): James Sayers
Course Leader or Contact: Richard Cohen
Originator: Paulette Geffros
Designate: Paulette Geffros
Version: 2.0
Status: Approved (APPR)

Calendar Description
This second semester course which is a continuation of Computer Lighting and Rendering 1 will use the paradigm of a studio environment and take it one step further by allowing the student to concentrate on a personal project and work with the instructor on a one on one basis. Pre-production on this project will have been completed in the first semester class "Visual FX & Pre-Production" allowing the student to put into practice advanced uses of the techniques and theories taught in Computer Lighting and Rendering 1.

Typical Instructional Format

Lecture	42.0
Total hours:	42.0

Courses may be offered in other formats.

Section I Notes: N/A

Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
This second semester course which is a continuation of Computer Lighting and Rendering 1 will use the paradigm of a studio environment and take it one step further by allowing the student to concentrate on a personal project and work with the instructor on a one on one basis. Pre-production on this project will have been completed in the first semester class "Visual FX & Pre-Production" allowing the student to put into practice advanced uses of the techniques and theories taught in Computer Lighting and Rendering 1.

Program Context

Comp Animation-Dig Vis Eff

Program Coordinator: James Sayers

The purpose of this course is to establish the critical link between real-world observations and subsequent interpretation in the digital realm. Several related disciplines and areas of specialization that are crucial to producing high quality visual effects will be drawn upon. Within the last few years, the bar has been raised considerably in the digital effects industry. An understanding of the information presented in this class will give the student a competitive edge in today's job market.

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
			
Successful students will have demonstrated knowledge of:
7 Understanding of key visual cues from nature.
7 Basic photographic terminology and lighting techniques.
7 How to simulate real-world lighting with cg imagery.
7 Advanced rendering techniques and methodologies.

 
            Skills
			
Successful students will have demonstrated further development in 
their abilities to:
7 Simulate real-world lighting with 3D software.
7 Create photo-realistic cg elements that integrate with live action.

 
            Attitudes
			
Successful students will have demonstrated attitudes of:
7 Commitment in overcoming obstacles with fresh approaches.
7 Responsibility by attending classes.	
7 Responsibility for meeting project due dates.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:
- 3 assessments @ 15% each                     45%
- Final project                                45%
- Participation and contribution in class      10%

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
	interpersonal		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: Multiple PLA Contacts
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

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.
Effective term: Winter 2005
Professor: Richard Cohen
Textbook(s):

TBA

Applicable student group(s): Students of Computer Animation - Digital Visual Effects
Course Details:

Students will begin and complete their final project with individual 
one on one sessions with their instructor. Advanced uses of techniques 
and theories taught Computer Lighting and Rendering 1 will be used in 
the production of this final project. 

Three assessments will be conducted on an individual basis at weeks 4, 
9 and 14 during this semester.

Academic Honesty
The principle of academic honesty 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 faculty member, or otherwise submitting work that is not the student's own violates this principle and will not be tolerated. Instances of academic dishonesty, including assisting another student to cheat, will be penalized as detailed in the Student Handbook.

Students who have any questions regarding whether or not specific circumstances involve a breach of academic honesty are advised to discuss them with the faculty member prior to submitting the assignment in question.

Discrimination and Harassment
Sheridan is committed to provide a learning environment that respects 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 are available in the Student Handbook.

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