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This course deals with issues in advanced NURBS patch modeling and advanced UV layout for polygonal modeling. The further exploration of polygonal modeling methods and tools is performed with implications for Subdivision Surface modeling. Issues in level of detail are discussed with models created in high, medium, and low versions for rendering and animation proxies. Human figure and facial modeling is stressed in this course. Rigging of characters is accomplished with skeletal structures and animation controls set-up.
Prerequisite: Modeling Foundation (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

Emphasizes an understanding of three-dimensional computer-generated animations and incorporates fundamental computer animation techniques developed in previous courses. Further exploration of the principles of animation as applied to the human figure. Included in the curriculum is the introduction of particle systems and dynamics. Prerequisite: 2D Animation Principles (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

This course explores the history of computer art and modern issues in computer art. Topics explored will include the origin of computer art and today's movements in computer generated art.

This course explores drawing the live human figure nude and clothed as it determines our understanding of subject, theme, composition and meaning. Attention is paid to facial details and expressiveness of the figure and personality. Prerequisite: Figure Drawing I (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

Through lectures, students examine the science of the demand, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

This is an upper level course stressing how character animation influences the character's personality. Students become knowledgeable in multifaceted issues of human movement. The expression of emotion, timing, and the subtlety of character is explored. Lip-synching and dialogue animation are presented. Prerequisite: Animation I (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

The emphasis in this course is on character design in wire frame format. Computer models created reflect true human facial expressions, personality and characteristics. Projects focus on personality and expression of character. Issues in photo-realistic facial modeling and texturing are explored. Prerequisite: Modeling I (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

This course cultivates an awareness of narrative storylines through the creation of traditional film script writing. The course provides the foundation for students to build on and knowledge of the practical approaches of script writing. Writing scripts formatted for the animation industry is addressed. Prerequisite: College Writing, Expressive Theatre (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

In this course students focus on the muscular structure of the human face and body, with an emphasis on facial and body language which result from character movement in an environment. Prerequisite: Figure Drawing II (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

This course provides a study of mathematical relationships and measurements of line, points, angles, surfaces, and solids.

This course explores the theory of computer lighting and texture mapping using various methods in CGI. Students develop a strong knowledge of photo-realistic lighting and texturing for computer generated artificial objects through structured exercises. Advanced shader networks are created in this course. Prerequisite: Character Animation, Character Modeling (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

The course focus is on understanding the production pipeline and the digital compositing role in that process. This course incorporates a strong emphasis on the creation of visual effects in the world of filmmaking. This class also marks the Second Annual Portfolio Review for students. Prerequisite: Cinematic Techniques (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

This course emphasizes an understanding of the principles of animation as applied to three-dimensional computergenerated animation. The animation of cameras, lighting, and texturing are also addressed. Students are introduced to the concepts of controlling animation timing through the use of curve editors such as the Graph Editor as well as on the traditional use of Exposure Sheets or Dope Sheets. Prerequisite: Basic Modeling (must have at least a 2.0 in course)