The course structure emphasizes practical production skills and techniques, and allows generous individual lab time for personal portfolio production. This series of classes provides an overall context for the study of 3D animation and digital effects.
Classes review and critique examples of production work from the industry throughout the program.
This series of classes explores the PC and Silicon Graphics platforms and their respective operating systems, Windows NT and Unix. Topics include commands, file management, troubleshooting and backup. Students are introduced to the C-shell and basic shell scripting. A strong concept, storyboard and well-executed plan are essential to successful animation production. These classes cover the pre-production process from concept through to storyboard, with an emphasis on production planning and management.