VCMT 2400 - Motion Graphics

Academic Division:

Business, Industry and Technology

Academic Discipline:

Visual Communication Media and Technology

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course is intended to build upon the skills received in previous VCMT imaging and video courses. The focus is on temporal and dynamic graphic communication incorporating video, stills, illustration, music and animation within a motion graphics software application. By the end of this course the student will be able to create a dynamic logo, program opening as well as an animated lower third and an info graphic for a video program. UG

4 Lab Hour(s)

1 Lecture Hour(s);

Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take VCMT 1190 and VCMT 1550

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Discuss the brief history and aesthetics of motion graphics its industry, artists, and studios	Weekly discussions (weeks 2-14), Oral report (weeks 4-8)
2. Identify and demonstrate the basic principles and techniques of creating motion graphics	Exercises 1-7, Projects 1 & 2 (weeks 12 &16)
3. Identify the terminology of motion graphic design and production.	All Quizzes (weeks 2-8), Project write-up (weeks 12 &16), Weekly discussions (weeks 2-14)
4. Demonstrate competency with a software application to create a composite motion graphic that communicates a message and mood.	Projects 1 & 2 (weeks 12 &16)
5. Analyze, assess and resolve visual composition problems in order to create a well-designed motion graphic effect.	Projects 1 & 2 (weeks 12 &16)
6. Identify & apply the workflow of creating motion graphics.	Quiz #1 (week 2), Projects 1 & 2 (weeks 12 &16)
7. Assemble & synthesize a motion graphic using live motion video compositions with 2D & 3D animation, stills, illustration, audio and computer generated effects.	Projects 1 & 2 (weeks 12 &16)
8. Demonstrate the ability to create a dynamic logo, program opening, info-graphic, and lower third for a video program.	Projects 1 & 2 (weeks 12 &16)

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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