Course Name (short): Animation Techniques
School: All Sheridan Schools
Program(s): Portfolio Dev. for Animators
Program Coordinator(s): Andrew Bodor
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Originator: Ethel Bruce
Designate: Ethel Bruce
Version: 1.0
Status: Approved (APPR)

Calendar Description
Learn some of the fundamental animation techniques used by classical animators. Focus on several assignments covering animation basics ranging from simple movement exercises such as a bouncing ball, to full character animations such as walk cycles and body movement. All students will have the opportunity to use black and white line-testing equipment to put their assignments on video tape. Note: Basic drawing skills are essential.

Typical Instructional Format

Courses may be offered in other formats.

Section I Notes: N/A

Detailed Description
Learn some of the fundamental animation techniques used by classical animators. Focus on several assignments covering animation basics ranging from simple movement exercises such as a bouncing ball, to full character animations such as walk cycles and body movement. All students will have the opportunity to use black and white line-testing equipment to put their assignments on video tape. Note: Basic drawing skills are essential.

Program Context

 
            Knowledge
			
- Better knowledge of movement
- How gravity affects objects movements
- How anatomy affects movement
- Better knowledge of basic anatomy in both human & animal characters

 
            Skills
			
- Improved drawing skills
- Preception
- Acting
- Animation skills
- Organization

 
            Attitudes
			
- Better appreciation of the work involved in animation
- Raise appreciation of animated feature films

Marks are arrived at from 6 Animation assignments.
- Pendulum swing               10%
- Bouncing ball                10%
- Head rotation                20%
- Walk cycle                   20%
- Run cycle                    20%
- Weight lifting               20%