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Associate in Applied Science Degree
Description:
The Digital Animation program prepares students for entry-level positions in digital 3D modeling and animation for use in video, CD-ROM and DVD presentations, broadcast graphics, video game design, kiosks, print (still views), and the Web. Emphasis is on visual perception of 3D form and shape, volume/weight, surface mapping and lighting, basic 3D animation and motion graphic composition for video and internet ready applications.
Contact Information:
Division: Business and Computer Technologies
School: School of Visual Arts
Department: Visual Arts Technology
Advisors:
Randy Van Wagnen
Articulation:
Eastern Michigan University, BS degree.
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: http://www.wccnet. edu/departments/curriculum/articulation.php?levelone=colleges.
Admission Requirements:
High school Macintosh-based course, or GDT 105 with a "C" or better, or instructor permission.
| General Education Requirements | (18 - 20 Credits) | ||
| ENG 107 or | Technical Writing I | ||
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 3 - 4 | |
| COM 101 | Fundamentals of Speaking | 3 | |
| MTH 157 | Geometry and Trigonometry | 3 | |
| Nat. Sci. | Elective(s) | 3 - 4 | |
| Soc. Sci. | Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Arts/Hum. | Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Major/Area Requirements | (44 Credits) | ||
| ANI 145 | Concept Development for Animation | 2 | |
| ANI 150 | 3D Animation I: Modeling | 4 | |
| ANI 155 | Textures and Studio Lighting for Animation | 4 | |
| ANI 230 | Motion and Sound | 2 | |
| ANI 250 | 3D Animation II | 4 | |
| ANI 260 | 3D Animation III | 4 | |
| ART 111 | Basic Drawing I | 4 | |
| ART 127 | Life Drawing I | 4 | |
| GDT 140 | Photoshop Graphics | 4 | |
| INP 176 | Web Animation I | 3 | |
| INP 276 | Web Animation II | 3 | |
| VID 276 | Advanced Video Graphics I | 3 | |
| VID 280 | DVD Authoring | 3 | |
| Minimum Credits Required for the Program: | 62 - 64 Credits |
Footnotes:
Students must meet the Computer and Information Literacy Graduation Requirement. See General Education Graduation Requirements in the WCC Bulletin.
This website is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as a binding offer or contract between WCC and the student. The information presented here is believed accurate, but is NOT guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.
For official information, see an Advisor.