ENRD 2800 - Computer Animation

Academic Division: Business, Industry and Technology
Academic Discipline: Engineering Design

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to the concepts, techniques and processes utilized in the production of 3D animation with digital tools. Techniques including thumbnails, storyboarding, and key-frame animation will be introduced. Students will also explore model creation and manipulation, scene construction, and camera and lighting application. Each student will produce a project suitable for portfolio inclusion for either the Engineering Design or the Visual Communications program. UG

2 Lab Hour(s)

2 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	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. Demonstrate effective file organization, project creation, management and library maintenance.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
2. Demonstrate appropriate use of applicable file formats.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
3. Create effective models and manipulate images with nodes.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
4. Simulate realism with application and manipulation of lights and rendering.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
5. Demonstrate the ability to import and modify models created in other software platforms.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
6. Prepare realistic models using texture, sound, color and shading.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
7. Create scenes for realistic presentation.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
8. Demonstrate effective use of fluid movements and the application of kinematics to animated designs.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
9. Create and adjust scenes for realistic presentation.	Lab/homework throughout the semester. Midterm in the 8th week, and Final Exam last week of semester.
10. Develop portfolio project appropriate for either the Engineering Design or VCMT program.	Peer and Industry review of completed project at the end of the semester.

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

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

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