Core Module Information
Module title: 2D Computer Animation

SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: IMD08105
Module leader: Fiona Stewart
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Applied Informatics
Prerequisites

Module Code: IMD07114
Module Title: Digital Imaging
Examples of Equivalent Learning: Competency in the use of Adobe CC software which must include Photoshop and Illustrator. Creation of visual digital media to a standard appropriate for a 2nd year undergraduate.

Description of module content:

During the module you will develop fundamental 2D computer animation skills through animation challenges - bringing the illusion of life/movement to sequences. You will work on a practical project following an industry pipeline to create a short animation for your final assessment. Discussion of your ideas with tutors and peers will inform the development of your project.
Key topics covered are- Storyline and script, Art direction and storyboarding, 2D Computer Animation Techniques & Principles, Use of sound, Testing, output and publishing

Learning Outcomes for module:

LO1: Apply effective methods for envisioning, planning and designing animation
LO2: Select and apply appropriately computer-tweening and keyframing animation techniques
LO3: Implement an animation to a given specification
LO4: Select appropriate methods for exporting animation to different platforms

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2023/4, Trimester 2, Face-to-Face, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Face-to-Face
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Fiona Stewart
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)
Face To Face Lecture 24
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 36
Independent Learning Guided independent study 140
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words
Project - Written 25 1 7 HOURS= 20, WORDS= 0
Project - Practical 75 2,3,4 14 HOURS= 80, WORDS= 0
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
IMD08105 2D Animation