Introduction to Animation

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to historical, practical and technical techniques that will be utilized in the development of animation processes and products. A practical knowledge of the various forms of animation styles enhances students' abilities to tell effective stories through animated film. Further, students survey theoretical and historical information about film production from a traditional and digital perspective. Through interactive lecture, discussion, demonstration and application, students prepare for further work in both 2D and 3D animation as well as demonstrating a working knowledge of Animation Production, History and Techniques.