Module: DIA4006-20 Introduction to Digital Animation

Level: 4

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Anthony Head

Module Tutor Contact Details: A.Head@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module will help you develop digital making skills for animation. Digital stop-frame, keyframe animation, visual research, movement, timing and control are all covered by this module. You’ll learn to experiment visually whilst learning about the physics of movement. You’ll be introduced to industry standard digital image-making software that you will frequently use during the course. You will learn how to develop ideas whilst referencing and analysing examples of digital animation.

2.Outline syllabus

Digital image making skills

Animation software

Animation principles

The physics of movement

Keyframe animation

Timing and control

3.Teaching and learning activities

Seminars

Workshops and demonstrations

Practical making

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Portfolio of creative exercises, mini projects and integrated digital research document

• % Weighting: 100%