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Animation & Graphics

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The Animation and Graphics program offers the opportunity to develop skills in illustration, image manipulation, screen design and 3D animation. Students develop competencies in the use of industry-standard software and understand their applications in the production of illustration, animation, web design and video.

ANIM 115 Drawing for Animation I . 5 CR

Introduces the fundamental principles of drawing for animation. Students work with perspectives in drawing, creating characters and silhouettes that convey movement and emotions, and in using different drawing effects to change the mood and intent of the drawing.

ANIM 116 Drawing for Animation II . 5 CR

A continuation of ANIM 115. Students learn advanced drawing skills and techniques to be applied to the development of animation sequences. Emphasis is placed on creating and developing characters and compositions that effectively support the storytelling. Prerequisite: ANIM 115 at BCC with a C- or better; or entry code.

ANIM 120 Animation Foundations . 5 CR

Introduces the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of animation. Students learn historical perspective, current technologies, applications of animation, basic principles of 2D and 3D animation, and application of animation to the web.

ANIM 121 Imaging Foundations . 5 CR

Introduces the techniques, technology, and theory of raster (bitmapped) and vector digital images in web, multimedia, digital video, and animation applications.

ANIM 194/195/196/197 Special Topics in Animation . V1-10 CR

Covers supplementary or self-supporting courses offered for college credit. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Previous Media enrollment and permission of program chair.

ANIM 220 Raster Images . 5 CR

Develops intermediate skills using raster-based images. Students learn to apply these skills in developing on-screen, multimedia, and Web applications using Adobe Photoshop or similar software. Prerequisite: ANIM 121 at BCC with a C- or better; or entry code.

ANIM 222 Vector Images & Illustrations . 5 CR

Presents fundamental skills in visual communication, screen design, and typography. Students learn to apply these skills to the development of on-screen, multimedia, and Web applications using Illustrator or similar vector software. Prerequisite: ANIM 121 at BCC with a C- or better; or entry code.

ANIM 230 Web Animation I . 5 CR

Introduces animation tools such as Flash and builds skills needed to create two-dimensional digital animations and web interfaces. Students work with different animation techniques and interface designs to create finished web accessible animations.

ANIM 240 3-D Animation I . 5 CR

Introduces tools and skills needed to create three-dimensional digital animation. Students work with different animation techniques (non-moving, path, cel, layered cel, etc.) and combine sequences with audio to create finished animated objects. Prerequisite: ANIM 120 with a C- or better or entry code.

ANIM 241 3-D Animation II . 5 CR

Students work with character motion and advanced animation techniques. Prerequisite: ANIM 240 at BCC with a C- or better, or entry code.

ANIM 271 Production Systems . 4 CR

Presents a systematic approach to production management and operations. Students analyze the systems within BCC-TV operations and learn to work effectively as production team members. Requires basic word-processing skill. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 272 Technical Operations for Animation . 4 CR

Develops students' working knowledge of operating procedures, equipment, software applications, and technologies used to develop animation products. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 273 Production Practicum I . 4 CR

Gives practical experience as camera operator, audio technician, control room technician, or other crewmembers for designated productions. Students also learn to operate various stations in the Channel 28 headend including duplication, computer graphics, satellite downlinking. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 274 Production Design . 4 CR

Presents a systems approach to the production process. Topics include design, treatments, storyboards, publicity, budgets, and scripts, scouting locations and assembling a crew, compiling and analyzing audience profiles, impact, and feedback, increasing audio, video, and post-production values, ethics and integrity. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 275 Advanced Animation I . 4 CR

Advances student technical skills in developing animation products using advanced tools and techniques. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 276 Production Practicum II . 4 CR

Provides experience in editing programs and functioning in crew positions. Students use linear and non-linear editing systems, function as technical director, floor director, and assistant producer or director, organize and operate videoconferences, and create publicity materials using desktop publishing software. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 277 Production Management . 4 CR

Covers elements of directing fiction and non-fiction programming. Topics include writing scripts and developing characters, staging, camera work, and directing interviews, demonstrations, and commercials. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 278 Advanced Animation II . 4 CR

Advances student technical skills in using special effects in the development of animation products. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 279 Production Practicum III . 4 CR

Provides experience in advanced-level production processes. Topics include client interviews, content development and research, audience and purpose, timelines and budgets, production book management, location and studio supervision and direction, post-production requirements, and program evaluation. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 280 Production Portfolio . 3 CR

Allows students to design production resumes and portfolios and develop employment strategies, compile and edit resume videotapes, create written resumes, practice job-search networking, and conduct job interviews. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 281 Career Preparation . 6 CR

Allow students to identify and secure an internship in media production and complete a contract of employment. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 282 Production Practicum IV . 3 CR

Provides experience on multiple production projects. Students seek out and create projects, work with producers to develop concepts, oversee production quality, and evaluate results and audience feedback. Prerequisite: Acceptance into Advanced Animation Program and permission of instructor.

ANIM 294/295/296/297 Special Topics in Animation . V1-10 CR

Covers supplementary or self-supporting courses offered for college credit. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Prerequisite: Previous Media enrollment or permission of program chair.