General Catalog 2023-24

Studio, six hours; outside study, nine hours. Requisites: courses 101 or 104, and 156. Exploration of traditional and experimental animation techniques that are central to 2D and 3D interactive digital projects and video games. Coursework develops skills and concepts that are integral to animation workflows and game engine animation systems including traditional animation principles, 2D sprite animation, rigging 2D and 3D game objects, and character controller implementation. Students experiment with common and alternative input methods for real-time interactivity. Readings, screenings, and in-class gameplay sessions supplement lessons. P/NP or letter grading.