Art Degrees Online

Requirements
I. Required Computer Animation Courses:
Computer Animation Core: (54 credits)
AD 101 – Traditional Animation I 3 credits
AD 102 – Traditional Animation II 3 credits
AD 110 – Drawing for Animation 3 credits
AD 201 – Computer Animation I 3 credits
AD 202 – Computer Animation II 3 credits
AD 205 – Digital Audio and Video 3 credits
AD 210 – Textures, Lights and Rendering 3 credits
AD 220 – Concept Development 3 credits
AD 301 – Computer Animation III 3 credits
AD 302 – Computer Animation IV 3 credits
AD 322 – Animation Pre/Postproduction 3 credits
AD 331 – History of Computer Animation 3 credits
AD 391 – Special Topics in Computer Animation 3 credits
AD 410 – Computer Animation Portfolio 3 credits
AD 425 – Pre-thesis 3 credits
AD 440 – Computer Animation Internship 3 credits

(Or Approved Elective)
AD 450 – Thesis 6 credits

(Capstone)
II. Required Art Foundation, Graphic Design, and Humanities Supporting Courses:
Art Foundation: (21 credits)
AR 102 – Basic Drawing Skills 3 credits
AR 109 – Color Theory 3 credits
AR 111 – Anatomy and Figure Drawing 3 credits
AR 112 – Two- and Three-Dimensional Design 3 credits
AR 231 – History of Art I 3 credits
AR 232 – History of Art II 3 credits
AR 433 – History of Modern and Contemporary Art 3 credits

(“W” Course)
Graphic Design: (6 credits)

Three credits per course, minimum of 6 credits required.
AD 305 – Character Setup and Animation 3 credits
AD 306 – Dynamics 3 credits
GD 333 – Advanced Imaging Techniques 3 credits
GD 345 – Internet Site Design 3 credits
GD 346 – Advanced Internet Site Design 3 credits
III. Other Required Courses: (29-30 credits)
Historical Understanding Elective (3 Credits)
Math Elective (3 Credits)
Science Elective (3-4 Credits)
Social World Elective (3 Credits)
Junior Year Interdisciplinary Seminar (3 Credits)
(“W” Course)
Literature Elective (3 Credits)
CC 101 – First-Year Seminar 3 credits
EN 101 – Composition and Literature I 3 credits
EN 102 – Composition and Literature II 3 credits
PE 100 – Concepts in Health Management 2 credits
IV. Open Electives: (12 credits)
Total Credits: (122-123)
Note:

All College Curriculum:
Students must satisfy Oral and Written Communication Requirements of the All College Curriculum. These are courses inside or outside the program/major that have been identified as meeting the requirements for writing-intensive (“W”) or oral communication (“O”) courses. Students must include the following among their course selections:
Written: Three (3) courses beyond EN 102 must be writing-intensive (“W”) courses (the Junior Year Interdisciplinary Seminar and two other “W” courses).
Oral: Two (2) courses must be oral communication (“O”) courses.

The Bachelor of Science program in Computer Animation prepares students to translate creative concepts into objects, characters, and motion. Students take a core series of classes which allows them to build the visual, conceptual, and technical skills necessary to create complete computer-animated films. Attention is given to the various sub-specialties within Computer Animation, including modeling, character animation, texturing, special effects, and compositing. By the Senior Year, students will begin to focus on one or two of these areas, which will serve as the emphasis for their capstone project.
Career and Graduate Study Options

Students with a degree in Computer Animation can work as artists in a variety of fields such as entertainment, including video games and film, advertising, educational software, exhibit and event design, scientific and legal visualization, and corporate training. Specialists are sought for areas including 3D modeling, character animation, texturing, visual effects, and compositing. Students may also decide to continue on to graduate study, as there are many schools that offer an MFA in Computer Animation and New Media.
Learning Objectives

In addition to the All College Curriculum skills and perspective, students who successfully complete this program will:
Be versed in the history and theory of animation as it relates to static media, film, and culture;
Be able to observe natural motion and reproduce or enhance it in their animation;
Be familiar with and able to demonstrate the fundamentals of traditional animated motion techniques;
Integrate Art Foundation concepts – including drawing, composition, and color – into their animations;
Understand how to create and manipulate geometry within 3D Cartesian space;
Be able to use image-editing software to create 2D textures and post-process rendered images;
Learn to utilize video editing and effects software to compile and enhance rendered animations;
Be able to organize and manage the large number of files required for computer animation;
Be able to create a complete animation soundtrack, including dialogue, sound effects, and music;
Create compelling stories and characters;
Understand copyright issues as they relate to animation;
Understand the differences of computer animation as it is integrated into various media – e.g. film, games, television, the Web;
Gain exposure to the various subspecialties of computer animation, including special effects, character animation, digital lighting, and compositing;
Be able to produce a complete computer animation, from conception to screening;
Produce a demo reel, an edited video compilation of animations.
Policies, Conditions, and/or Fees

A minimum grade of C- or higher is required for all program-specific required courses (courses with the designation of AD) in this major.

Charles Sturt University is proud to announce Australia ’s only Bachelor degree dedicated to the art of animation and visual effects. This exciting new course is devoted to students passionate about creating memorable visuals and fulfilling their desire to bring their imagination to life.

Founded upon traditional arts principles, this new degree provides a unique collaborative framework for students to explore their creative visual talents through diverse media and evolving industries with particular emphasis towards the digital realm.

Students gain a well-rounded arts education while being encouraged to specialise to increase employment prospects in increasingly competitive fields. Featuring cross-discipline opportunities, current industry standard software, knowledgeable lecturers, the latest learning tools, exhibitions/festivals, and a welcoming team environment founded upon creative arts practice, the course will motivate students to achieve their very best with a professional portfolio, demo reel and resume.

Features of the course:
animation and visual effects archive
latest industry standard software and training
cross-discipline environment
strong art foundation
resources for specialisation
professional staff with industry experience
supportive team environment
flexible framework for versatility in career choices
Where it will take you

Career options include:
3D graphics animation
motion design
digital compositing
visual effects
computer games
multimedia authoring and design
professional art practice
film/television production
scientific visualisation
advertising, and
interactive media
Course components

Major studies integrate 3D, animation, digital video/audio, conceptual development, digital compositing, special effects, multimedia authoring/design, and production projects. Minor studies can incorporate acting, design for theatre and television, graphic design, jewellery, photography or television production.
Professionals teaching you

The course is taught by dedicated professionals with a wide range of industry experience.
The latest facilities

To make sure you are experienced using the equipment and techniques found in the workplace, our facilities include:
dedicated Animation and Visual Effects Studio with workstations equipped with the latest industry software from vendors such as Adobe, Autodesk, Apple and Eyeon
general computing laboratories used for all manner of multimedia work
well equipped photography, multimedia, television and visual arts studios
AV Store provides students with free hire of professional equipment