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Course Name (English)
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DIGITAL ANIMATION TECHNOLOGY
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| Course Code |
CTA513 |
| Course Description |
This course introduces students to the concept of 3D computer animation. Through practice and analysis, students will develop an understanding of the essential principles of 3D animation which include perspective, transformations, geometric and Spline-based modeling, lighting, camera work, rendering, basic inverse kinematics and modeling natural phenomena and motion through hands-on experience by utilizing computer tools and application. Concurrently, this course works alongside with the principles of animation. |
| Transferable Skills |
1. Demonstrate ability to identify and articulate self skills, knowledge and understanding confidently and in a variety of contexts.
2. Demonstrate the ability to dream, imagine and visualize. |
| Teaching Methodologies |
Lectures, Blended Learning, Studio |
| CLO |
| CLO1 |
Convey ideas and stories effectively by understanding 3D computer animation functions and environments. |
| CLO2 |
Develop critical thinking, problem solving and express ideas imaginatively through 3D computer animation |
| CLO3 |
Alter 3D computer animation work by demonstrate the basic understanding of various tools, techniques and processes. |
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| Pre-Requisite Courses |
No course recommendations |
| Reading List | | Recommended Text | - Kerlow, Isaac 2009, The Art of 3D Computer Animation and Effects, Fourth Ed., Wiley USA
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| Reference Book Resources | - Gardner, Garth 2003, Gardner's Guide to Colleges for Multimedia and Animation, Fourth Ed., Garth Gardner Company USA
- O'Rourke, Michael 2003, Principles of Three-Dimensional Computer Animation, Third Ed., W. W. Norton & Company New York
- Withrow, Steven 2009, Secrets of Digital Animation, Rotovision SA Switzerland
- Wyatt, Andy 2010, The Complete Digital Animation Course: Principles, Practices and Techniques: A Practical Guide for Aspiring Animators, Barron's Educational Series USA
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| Article/Paper List | This Course does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other References | This Course does not have any other resources |
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