Brock University · COSC 2P96

Introduction to 3D Modelling and Animation

Credits : 0.5Reference year : 2024-25

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Description

Introduction to 3D Modelling and Animation (also offered as STAC 2P96 and VISA 2P96 ) Concepts and skills of 3D modelling and rendering using Autodesk Maya. Approaches to building models, using texturizing, lighting, cameras and rendering as well as basic animation techniques. Relevant historical and theoretical perspectives on 3D and virtuality situating 3D within creative process and broader critical practices in cultural production. Lectures, lab, 5 hours per week. Restriction: open to COSC (single or combined), IASC (single or combined), STAC , VISA (single or combined) and VISA (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) majors until date specified in Registration guide. Prerequisite(s): one of four COSC credits, IASC 1F01 (1F00), one credit from VISA 1P93 (minimum 60 percent), 1P94 (minimum 60 percent), 1P95 (minimum 60 percent), 1P96 (minimum 60 percent). Note: students will need additional materials and equipment, which they must supply. Field trips may be required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses. VISA 1P95 recommended. Due to space limitations, audits are not permitted in studio classes. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in IASC 2P96.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): one of four COSC credits, IASC 1F01 (1F00), one credit from VISA 1P93 (minimum 60 percent), 1P94 (minimum 60 percent), 1P95 (minimum 60 percent), 1P96 (minimum 60 percent).

Conditions and arrangements

  • Restriction: open to COSC (single or combined), IASC (single or combined), STAC , VISA (single or combined) and VISA (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) majors until date specified in Registration guide.
  • Prerequisite(s): one of four COSC credits, IASC 1F01 (1F00), one credit from VISA 1P93 (minimum 60 percent), 1P94 (minimum 60 percent), 1P95 (minimum 60 percent), 1P96 (minimum 60 percent).
  • Note: students will need additional materials and equipment, which they must supply. Field trips may be required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses. VISA 1P95 recommended. Due to space limitations, audits are not permitted in studio classes. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in IASC 2P96.
Reference text in its original language

Introduction to 3D Modelling and Animation (also offered as STAC 2P96 and VISA 2P96 ) Concepts and skills of 3D modelling and rendering using Autodesk Maya. Approaches to building models, using texturizing, lighting, cameras and rendering as well as basic animation techniques. Relevant historical and theoretical perspectives on 3D and virtuality situating 3D within creative process and broader critical practices in cultural production. Lectures, lab, 5 hours per week. Restriction: open to COSC (single or combined), IASC (single or combined), STAC , VISA (single or combined) and VISA (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) majors until date specified in Registration guide. Prerequisite(s): one of four COSC credits, IASC 1F01 (1F00), one credit from VISA 1P93 (minimum 60 percent), 1P94 (minimum 60 percent), 1P95 (minimum 60 percent), 1P96 (minimum 60 percent). Note: students will need additional materials and equipment, which they must supply. Field trips may be required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses. VISA 1P95 recommended. Due to space limitations, audits are not permitted in studio classes. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in IASC 2P96.

  • Prerequisite(s): one of four COSC credits, IASC 1F01 (1F00), one credit from VISA 1P93 (minimum 60 percent), 1P94 (minimum 60 percent), 1P95 (minimum 60 percent), 1P96 (minimum 60 percent).
  • Restriction: open to COSC (single or combined), IASC (single or combined), STAC , VISA (single or combined) and VISA (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) majors until date specified in Registration guide.
  • Note: students will need additional materials and equipment, which they must supply. Field trips may be required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses. VISA 1P95 recommended. Due to space limitations, audits are not permitted in studio classes. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in IASC 2P96.

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