Unit details
ACM132 - Introduction to Animation
| Offered at: | (B) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | Only available to students enrolled in A300, A328, A355, A356, A357, A358, A359 or A365. |
| Unit chair: | D De Bruyn |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This introductory unit surveys the history of analogue and digital animation. The aim is to critically assess through practice and theory the suitability of these techniques and strategies for contemporary use such as advertising, film titles, trailers, short films and web sites. This unit develop skills for critically assessing current multi-platform animation practices. Production tasks develop skills in the creative use of digital video cameras for animation through time-lapse, stop-motion and the retrieval and compilation of online images. Students are encouraged to visit local digital art events and animation screenings as part of this process.
Assessment
Review 20%
Production tasks 40%
Research assignment (1500 words) 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $706 | $706 | $706 | $2374 | $2714 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
