Animation Design

Course aim

To extend students' abilities in the methods and principles of experimenting creatively with animation design.

Course content

Students will build on their graphic or illustration design skills by: developing concepts of image, typography and character design; applying design principles to 2D animation techniques including cel, stop-motion, video and computer; and exploring time and motion, and visual movement synchronised with sound. Students will create animations that demonstrate effective communication through development of narrative and theme, and will explore experimental production using relevant media and technologies. Students will develop an understanding of the history and development of principles and techniques of animation design.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Studio	4 hours x 12 weeks
INTERNAL, CITY WEST (INTENSIVE)
Studio	5 hours x 10 days

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

Assessment

Major Project, Project 1, Project 2

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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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.