Computer Animation for Multimedia & Web

Exercises

Course Project

Build a complete web site in Macromedia Flash with intro animation

The Plan -- Power Point presentation

Final Product-- Link to flash web site

Course Description

A study of 2D and 3D animation using computer modeling and animation software program as the primary tool. This course will emphasize the creation of animated sequences and GIF animation for multimedia applications.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• Use scanners and digitize images.
• Create animated GIF files.
• Produce graphics for the World Wide Web.
• Create and transform objects in a 3D environment.
• Use composite elements to work with video.
• Apply storyboard and scripting techniques.
• Describe how technology has changed in the making of film, video, and animation.
• Describe the impact of film, video, and animation on society at large.

Topics Covered

• Introduction to Animation
• Uses of Animation
• Zeotropes and GIF Animation
• The Principles of GIF Animation
• Uses of GIF Animation
• GIF Animation: Benefits & Drawbacks
• Designing Animation
• Storyboards
• Shockwave Flash
• Using .swf Technology
• Concerns with .swf Technology
• Symbols
• Layers
• Using Layers for Organization
• Using Layers for Tweens
• Using Motion Guide Layers
• Using Mask Layers
• Industry Voices
• Action Script
• 3D Animation
• Uses for 3D Animation
• 3D Animation Applications
• Industry Thoughts
• Tech Watch

Software Utilized

• Macromedia Flash
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Microsoft Power Point
• Microsoft Word

Credit: www.aionline.edu/programs/online_degree_coursecatalog/course_info_1.asp?course_code=IMD222