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CS 102 - Introduction to Computer Animation



5.0 Credits
Introduces some basic techniques and tools of computer animation and sound production. Students develop their own unique computer character sprites, and create a short interactive computer animation with accompanying sound and music (was CMPSC 102).

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Use software to perform basic image manipulations including resizing, color adjustment, and positioning to create images suitable for use in a group animation. [REASON]
  2. Use drawing and character modeling techniques to modify a unique character representation that can be used as a basis for a digital sprite in a group project. [REASON]
  3. Write a computer program that displays animated images on the screen. [REASON]
  4. Include meaningful sounds and music within an animated program. [COMMUNICATE]
  5. Work as an effective team member to accomplish common animation project goals in a timely fashion. [COMMUNICATE]
  6. Make an oral and visual presentation to a the class, summarizing their final project results. [COMMUNICATE]



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