Animation
TGI3/4M ANIMATION COURSE
INTENTION
This course is intended to introduce Grade 11 / 12 students to the theory and practice of animation as used in commercial productions as well as more independent projects.
OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, students should be able to demonstrate both a knowledge of the history of and fundamental principles of animation, as well as the ability to create an animation using a variety of platforms and formats, from 2-D animation including pixilation to 3-D modeling and animation using industry-recognized 3-D animation software.
DELIVERY METHODS
Course content will be delivered in class using a variety of delivery methods, from online tutorials to hands-on demonstrations and workshops. Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of animation through a series of online tutorials, then emulate them in a set of practical assignments using animation software. The core method is teacher-led direct instruction supported by online tutorials, then follows a gradual release-of-responsibility model as students become familiarized with the animation techniques and fundamental principles to include peer-to-peer learning. Assignments will be a combination of individual and group-based activities.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum will cover the fundamental principles of animation - eg exaggeration, squash and stretch, anticipation and timing; fundamentals of weight and volume; training in specific techniques of animating in 2-D and 3-D, as well as in pre-production techniques - planning, drafting and animatics; the use of camerawork, staging, and sound work together with the fundamentals of visual storytelling. Design principles will also be taught, especially with reference to both character design and character work. In addition, career pathways will be introduced with an emphasis on interactive video games.
The curriculum expectations will mirror those of the regular TGJ4M course in terms of evaluative structure.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
AWQ2M1, AWQ3M1, AWR3M1, TGJ3/4M, TGG3/4M or additionally TGJ2O or other equivalent experience with teacher permission.