Computer Animation - Motion Graphics

Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.

• Hours: 1
• Credits: 0
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This course allows students to explore a variety of fundamental design principals and theories as they apply to digital media. Students will learn the principals of typography, spatial perception, perspective and color theory. Current design issues, methodologies and trends will be explored, discussed and integrated into assignments.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course focuses on digital photography and compositing techniques that will enable students to create vibrant content for their motion graphics. Students will manipulate still images, alter existing images and create new content required for digital compositing. The learning format includes lectures, in-class assignments and lab time.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

Students will work to become proficient video editors and will create digital videos from a variety of sources. Class lectures and hands-on labs will enable students to capture images with DSLR cameras and HD video equipment. Green screen, stop motion photography and digital video are some of the essential production elements that students will employ while working on projects and assignments.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: Vector graphics are an essential tool in the creation of motion graphics. Students will work with graphic design and illustration software to create logos, brands, characters and icons. Through the use of 2D and 3D vector animation software students will explore animation, motion and design. Students will develop and produce creative works for web, broadcast television and mobile devices.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course integrates skills being learned in the concurrent courses. Students delve into the world of motion graphics in a 2D and 3D environment. Basic animation principles, timing, movement and keyframes will be studied while working with digital media content. The students will effectively utilize cameras, lights and dynamic movement in project-based assignments. Animations will be created for a variety of digital devices to give students the opportunity to test their media in a practical setting.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This course focuses on developing awareness and skills for the student to safely manage and conduct him or herself within a variety of employment settings. Through the units of the course, participants will have the opportunity to enhance their understanding and knowledge of general Health and Safety guidelines, including WHMIS, Fire Safety and Workplace Violence. The unit on Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act will instruct the student on the requirements for Accessible Customer Service and Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulations. General information on Safe Driving, Privacy of Information and Hand Washing will be addressed as well. The course also provides participants with critical information regarding their insurance coverage (WSIB or other) while employed. As well as guidelines to follow in the event of an injury. Participants will receive a printable Record of Completion upon successful conclusion of this course, in order to demonstrate awareness of safe working practices to their employers.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
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• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.