Introduction to 3D Animation

Course aim

To introduce students to the terms, concepts, techniques, processes, skills, technologies and theoretical underpinning of 3D animation for multimedia production and other forms of visual communication.

Course content

This course introduces students to the foundational theory, skills and techniques required to create short 3D animated productions; from idea generation, visual communication and character design, through to the technical processes of modelling, texturing, animating, lighting, setting up cameras and rendering in Maya. Students will engage with key theoretical topics linked to 3D animation, through presentations and class discussions. Students will also develop skills, concepts and ideas through structured exercises and studio time. The assessment tasks will provide students with the opportunity to combine these skills and techniques to create their own short 3D animated productions.

Textbook(s)

Dariush Derakhshani 2011, Introducing Autodesk Maya 2012, Wiley Publishing Inc, USA

Williams R 2010, The Animator's Survival Kit, 2nd edition, Faber and Faber, UK

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Animation Production 1, Animation Production 2, Online Peer Collaboration

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.