Catalog of Programs 2006-2008, Volume 2

C334 Web Animation This is an introductory course in animation for the Web. The student will explore the creation of animation using current industry standard vector and raster-based software for producing animation to be used on the Internet and similar content formats. Prerequisites: C220, C310. 3 credits C410 Production Team C430 Portfolio Presentation for Animation A class concentrated on the production of a demo tape that represents the student’s abilities and interests. Prerequisite: C424. 3 credits C433 Advanced Modeling/Animation Topics This laboratory class allows students to explore and/or expand their knowledge in the areas of modeling and/or animation. Students will choose projects, complete them, and present their results to their peers. Prerequisite: 165 credits successfully completed in the Media Arts & Animation program. 3 credits C444 Advanced Software IV This course will further develop the student’s digital animation skills by integrating advanced computer-generated effects and simulations such as Particles, Dynamics, Cloth and Fur. Prerequisite: C422. 3 credits CAT405 Production Techniques An introduction to production techniques and concepts. Prerequisite: C230. 3 credits CAT406 Filmmaking for Animation In this class students will learn the basic techniques used in acquiring motion video footage for use in creating a short video presentation. Form, composition, camera setups and shots will be discussed as well as basic lighting schemes and recording audio for video on location. The students will create a short video presentation as a final project. 3 credits CAT415 Advanced Animation Principles CC322 Copy and News Writing This course addresses the need to communicate in writing on the job. A variety of materials must be written for a business: memos, letters, news summaries, proposals, presentations, and copy for advertising or marketing. Students will learn to identify the requirements of different types of writing and to prepare material to communicate clearly and effectively. 3 credits CC420 Internship This course will be a continuation of the Pre-Production Team course and is designed to strengthen students in the disciplines of production used in the animation and related industries. The primary components will be a thorough review of all animation concepts as well as concept management. Students will continue to work in production teams and will focus on completing all aspects of the animation begun in the pre-production course. Prerequisite: C330. 3 credits C411 Introduction to Games Through a field internship experience, students will be able to apply acquired subject matter and career/professional skills in a real and practical situation. The main objectives of the internship are to allow students the opportunity to observe and participate in the operation of successful business in relation to their fields of study. The students will gain experience needed to enter the field upon graduation. Prerequisites: Successful completion of at least 75 credits in their discipline with a 2.75 or higher CGPA. 3 credits CC430 Internship II Interested students may apply to the Internship Program, which allows students to work for credit with cooperating industry employers. Institute staff will coordinate the program with students and employers. This is a second internship in academic programs which permit the student to take two internships. Prerequisite: 150 credits successfully completed in the program of study. 3 credits CC478 Special Projects This course is an introduction to creating assets for games. Focus will be placed on creating and executing designs within strict technological restrictions. Prerequisite: C232. 3 credits C412 Advanced Software II A workshop course in which the student will apply information from the lectures, texts, and lab assignments to animate and render projects to reach the required competencies. Prerequisite: C332. 3 credits C421 Games This course continues the exploration of techniques used in the production of a computer game. Discussion will cover the techniques used in the production of computer graphics for use in platform or PC games. Focus will be placed on creating models and interfaces with limited polygons and low-resolution texture maps. Prerequisite: C411. 3 credits C422 Advanced Software III A course dedicated to tackling some FX animation as well as multiple character scenes and their complex timings. Prerequisite: C230. 3 credits CAT416 Advanced Digital Compositing A production course in which the student utilizes the information learned in the previous two courses to produce portfolio pieces under the supervision and guidance of the instructor. Prerequisite: C412. 3 credits C424 Pre-Portfolio Presentation for Animation This course will expose students to the disciplines used in finalizing a composited project utilizing various software. The class will reinforce compositing concepts and techniques that students have learned in previous classes. Each student will produce a final edited project that combines live-action, stills, CG imagery, and/ or stop-motion puppets and miniatures. Prerequisite: C313. 3 credits CC321 Digital Audio This class is designed to emulate a real world environment by combining the skills of students from more than one curriculum. One quarter a project may be selected that will require video, animation, and industrial design students to complete the final project. Another quarter, the project may require video, photography and multimedia and Web skills. Projects will vary and students and faculty will have the ability to propose projects for future classes. Prerequisite: 75 credits, 2.75 GPA. 3 credits A class concentrated on the pre-production and production of a demo tape and a flat-work portfolio that represents the student’s abilities and interests. Prerequisite: 160 credit successfully completed in the Media Arts & Animation program. 3 credits This course focuses on digital audio workstations and the theory behind how computers store and manipulate audio files. Students are introduced to the advanced features of the Pro Tools audio workstation, digital automation, and MIDI. Prerequisites: FND131, VP232. 3 credits 53

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Catalog of Programs 2006-2008, Volume 2 Welcome Mission Statement Advertising Culinary Arts Digital Design Digital Media Production Entertainment Design Fashion & Retail Management Game Art & Design Graphic Design Hotel & Restaurant Management Industrial Design Interior Design Media Arts & Animation Photography Residential Planning Video Production Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Web Design Web Design & Interactive Media General Education Course Descriptions Faculty Biographies Program Advisory Committee Members Administration Licensing, Accreditation and Memberships Admissions Information 2007-2008 Scholarships General Information and Policies Academic Calendar Index

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