Requisites: AND Pre-requisite: 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. AND Pre-requisite: [Module IMD07114] Digital Imaging

During the module you will develop fundamental 2D computer animation skills throughanimation challenges - bringing the illusion of life/movement into sequences. You will workon a practical project following an industry pipeline to create a short animation for youfinal assessment. Discussion of your ideas and project as it progresses with tutors andpeers is key to the module. Key topics covered are- Storyline and script, Art direction andstoryboarding, 2D Computer Animation Techniques & Principles, Use of sound, Testing,output and publishing.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

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.