College of Media: Animation and Cartoon Specialization

The animation and cartoon specialization focuses on the art and techniques of creating animated content for various media, including films, television, video games, and digital platforms. Students acquire skills in character design, storytelling, animation principles, digital tools, and production processes, preparing for careers in animation studios, game development, advertising, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles and history of animation.
• Develop skills in character design and development.
• Learn storytelling and narrative techniques for animation.
• Explore animation principles and techniques.
• Gain proficiency in digital animation tools and software.
• Develop production management and teamwork skills.
• Gain practical experience through animation projects and internships.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Animation and Cartooning - Overview of the history, principles, and industry trends of animation.
2. Character Design and Development - Techniques for creating and developing animated characters.
3. Storytelling and Narrative Techniques - Principles of storytelling and narrative development in animation.
4. Animation Principles and Techniques - Fundamentals of animation, including the 12 principles of animation.
5. 2D Animation - Techniques for creating traditional 2D animations.
6. 3D Animation - 3D animation principles and digital modeling.
7. Digital Animation Tools and Software - Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Adobe Animate, Maya, Blender).
8. Animation Production Process - Understanding the production line, from concept to final product.
9. Visual Effects and Compositing - Techniques for creating visual effects and compositing in animation.
10. Practical Training/Hands-On Applications - Real-world experiences in animation settings, such as animation studios, game development companies, or advertising agencies.
11. Capstone Project - A comprehensive project applying animation skills, such as creating a short animated film, developing game animations, or producing a digital animation project.

Assessment Methods:

• Analysis of animation history and principles
• Character design and development projects
• Storytelling and narrative technique projects
• Animation principles and technique presentations
• 2D and 3D animation projects
• Digital animation tools and software projects
• Animation production process projects
• Visual effects and compositing projects
• Internship reports
• Capstone projects and presentations

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Animation and Cartoons"
• "Character Design and Development"
• "Storytelling and Narrative Techniques"
• "Animation Principles and Techniques"
• "2D Animation"
• "3D Animation"
• "Digital Animation Tools and Software"
• "Animation Production Process"
• "Visual Effects and Compositing"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of art and design principles and an interest in animation and digital media.

Duration:

Typically, the study duration is 4 years to earn a Bachelor's degree in Animation and Cartooning.

Certification:

Graduates can obtain certifications such as:

• Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in animation software
• Autodesk Maya Certified Professional
• Certifications in specific animation and digital media tools

Target Audience:

Aspiring animators, character designers, storyboard artists, visual effects artists, and professionals seeking careers in animation studios, game development companies, advertising agencies, and related fields.

This specialization equips students with the creative and artistic skills necessary to excel in animation and cartooning, supporting careers in various roles within animation studios, game development, advertising, and related fields.