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The 3-D Modeling/Animation area incorporates traditional skills, such as sculpture and drawing, with 3-D digital skills to create 3-D models and animations in a digital environment. Students apply concepts such as lighting effects, camera angles, motion studies, digital video, and sound to create scenes. Part of the training in 3-D Modeling/Animation prepares students for the work environment as they learn to create project concepts, plan production schedules and work in a team environment to meet project deadlines. The successful animator can compose, develop and direct a scene that conveys a specific idea. Students apply their traditional art skills and 3-D composite and photo editing skills to create animations that demonstrate competence within an industry specialization.

3-D Modeling/Animation Outcomes

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Compose, develop and direct a scene to convey an idea.
• Create a project concept and plan a production schedule.
• Synthesize traditional art with 3-D composite and photo-editing skills.
• Produce a demo reel focused on industry specialization.
• Visually and verbally articulate a familiarity with current and historic industry examples.
• Work within a team environment on a deadline-driven project.

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