Course Catalog - Graphic Design & Interactive Media - Animation

Graphic Design & Interactive Media - Animation

Business & Industry Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Level 1: Principles of Arts, AV Technology, and Communication #8176

Level 1: Principles of Arts, AV Technology, and Communication Dual #8184 (check campus for availability)

Students will apply professional communication strategies in a variety of platforms. Students will use technology applications when completing multimedia projects and processes, while focusing on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.  Utilizing lab facilities modeled after real-world studios, students will explore and examine problem-solving methods as it relates to multimedia careers.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Animation I #8151

Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. In addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the history and techniques of the animation industry.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Animation II/Lab #8152

In addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to create two- and three-dimensional animations.

PR: Animation I

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Level 4: Practicum in Animation #8167

Building upon the concepts taught in Animation II and its corequisite Animation II Lab, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre-production, production, and post-production animation products in a professional environment. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

PR: Animation II/Lab

SEM: 2 CR: 2