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3D Animation, What is it?

3D Computer Animation 3 is a studio class that provides students an opportunity to communicate original ideas through the study and application of 3D Computer Animation skills. Students will develop a script/story and create product(s), including an animated short, video game, scientific visualization, architectural rendering, and historical reconstruction. Storyboards will emphasize character development, design, backgrounds, props, digital painting, special effects, and scene development, using digital production techniques and principles of animation. This course will be submitted to UC to meet the UC “f” requirement upon approval by the Board.

 

Can I get a job doing this?

Take a look at some of the career opportunities available in 3D Animation. I think you'll be surprised.

 

What to expect and what is expected

What you should expect of yourself:
  • Expect to perform with the utmost of academic integrity
  • Expect that you are here to be a learner and a creator
  • Expect to be on-time
  • Expect to help others with what you learn
  • Expect to have fun
What I expect of you:
  • Come to class prepared
  • Stay focused on the task at hand
  • Your work will be YOUR work, plagiarism is lazy and not tolerated
  • Take care of the equipment, your space, and the room
  • Do not chat with others when I'm lecturing or when we are discussing
  • Not use cell phones in class unless I OK it
  • Visit the restroom between classes
  • Have fun

What do I need to know?

What do I need to know to do well in this class?
  • you should know how to use a 3 button computer mouse ("right click", "left click", "middle click", "click and drag", etc.)
  • you should know how to stay on task
  • you should know how to be kind and helpful to others
  • you should know how to let go of your artistic insecurities
  • you should know how to think with meaning
  • you should know how to have fun and be productive at the same time

Working at home:

 

Cinema 4D is available for students to use at home for free for 18 months. Follow the link and have a .jpg of your school ID ready for proof of school enrollment.

Cinema 4D


Official grades will be posted for 6 week and 12 week grading periods, and are found in Synergy located at http://sis.powayusd.com.

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