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discussion of the legal, contractual and ethical elements required to run a 21st century business. Further discussion addresses client relationships, developing marketing services, business plans, and a comprehensive resume and cover letter. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits ID4480 - Senior Design Project: This course will prepare students for job interviews by helping them compile a portfolio. Students will demonstrate their conceptual design, craftsmanship, and other skills as they assemble and refi ne their portfolio pieces. Each student will select representative pieces, showcasing work that refl ects a unique style. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying short and long term professional employment goals, as well as related strategies and resources. (Prerequisite: Approval of Academic Director) 4 Credits MEDIA ARTS & ANIMATION COURSES CA1409 - History and Trends of Animation: This course surveys the history of animation with emphasis on the various animation processes in their historical contexts. This survey course also involves discussions of new developments and future trends in the animation industry and analysis of major sectors of the animation industry and career opportunities within them. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits CA1410 - Storyboarding and Animatics: This course focuses on the animation preproduction techniques of storyboarding, storytelling, and animatics. The course will cover the purpose, formats, basic terminology, and concepts used in storyboarding and animatics and the application thereof. Use of capture devices, storytelling, composition, and design will be applied. (Prerequisite: GD1402 - Drawing and Perspective) 4 Credits CA1415 - Writing for Animation: Writing for Animation will explore the various processes used to create treatments, stories, and scripts. Students will see what a treatment is and how it is used. They will explore how an idea is developed into a story and then into a script. Students will see how a story is structured; they will explore how to read a script and how to develop their own scripts. Students will have a chance to see how important content is to the development of a fi nished product. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits CA1420 - Digital Imaging: Students develop basic image manipulation skills in a raster-based computer environment. 66 Emphasis is on mastering the fundamentals of scanning, color management, photo retouching, imaging, special effects, and fi lters and masks. (Prerequisite: GD1400 - Computer Applications) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits CA2412 - Advanced Drawing for Animation: Students will develop their drawing skills and study space, movement, texture and composition. Students will demonstrate creative ideas and advanced skills required to produce their animation projects. (Prerequisite: GD1411 - Intermediate Drawing) 4 Credits CA2413 - Acting for Animators: In this course, students will explore the techniques involved in putting together expressions and movements that convey emotions, impart meaning and tell a story. Students will see how to tell a story with motion and embellish it with expressions. Students will study silent fi lms, physicality and versatility, and alternate ways to tell a story and convey a message. (Prerequisite: CA2439 - Introduction to 3D Animation) 4 Credits CA2425 - Introduction to 2D Animation: This course introduced the principles and fundamentals of animation. Students will study the 12 principles of animation and apply through a variety of fundamental exercises. Use of capture devices, pencil tests and other animation techniques will be explored. (Prerequisite: GD1411 - Intermediate Drawing) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits CA2429 - Introduction to 3D Modeling: This is an introductory course in geometric construction. Through critical analysis, students conceptualize 3D coordinate systems and construct 3D models in a computer environment. Students also identify the differences and similarities of 3D modeling with sculpting, 3D design and character design techniques. (Prerequisite: GD1400 - Computer Applications) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits CA2430 - Introduction to Video: This course will provide an overview of the video industry and establish a foundation in broadcast technology. Basic video equipment and studio operation will be introduced, along with terminology and its application. (Prerequisite: GD1400 - Computer Applications) 4 Credits CA2431 - Audio Production: This course is a conceptual introduction to audio production techniques. Students will understand to digitize sound and apply it to their work. Students will also learn how to produce appropriate audio effects and transitions. (Prerequisite: GD1400 - Computer Applications) 4 Credits CA2432 - Character/Object Design: In this course, students will design characters and related objects for animation. Students will learn the process of character development as well as enhanced life drawing skills. Course assignments include gesture drawing, action poses, turnarounds, and creation of sculpted objects. (Prerequisite: GD1411 - Intermediate Drawing) 4 Credits CA2435 - Advanced 2D Animation: In this course, using the principles learned in previous 2D animation courses, students are responsible for organizing the elements required to storyboard, produce, and record in animated short. (Prerequisite: CA2425 - Introduction to 2D Animation) 4 Credits CA2439 - Introduction to 3D Animation: Building on the skills acquired in 3D Modeling, students learn to animate and apply the principles of animation in a computer environment. Students are also introduced to concept of rigging and setting up their model for animation. (Prerequisite: CA2429 - Introduction to 3D Modeling) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits CA2440 - Digital Video Editing: In this course students explore the features and functions of video editing systems and learn to edit video using linear and non-linear video editing systems. Students will also explore various media available for output of animation and use appropriate equipment to output animation to tape. (Prerequisite: CA2430 - Introduction to Video) 4 Credits CA3425 - Materials and Lighting: In this course, students will address lighting 3D objects, lighting movement, and establishing congruence between background, object, refl ectivity, and illusion of depth. The course will focus on the correlation between reality and computer rendition, stressing the disparity between real light and the technical facsimile of artifi cial lighting. The analysis, creation, and application of custom materials and texture maps will also be explored. (Prerequisite: CA3449 - Intermediate 3D Modeling) 4 Credits CA3449 - Intermediate 3D Modeling: Using a 3D environment, intermediate modeling techniques and concepts are elaborated. Modeling as character design and development is emphasized while refi ning techniques in lighting, camera, and textures. (Prerequisite: CA2429 - Introduction to 3D Modeling) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits
CA3459 - Intermediate 3D Animation: Using a 3D environment, intermediate animation techniques, rigging and setup techniques are elaborated. Animation storyboard and storytelling concepts are explored while refi ning techniques in lighting, camera, and timing. Students are also introduced to basic principal of scripting and expressions. (Prerequisites: CA2439 - Introduction to 3D Animation and CA3449 - Intermediate 3D Modeling) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits CA3460 - Computer Animation Studio: Utilizing advanced computer programs, students will be able to design, produce and edit imaginative animation sequences. Special topics in modeling and animation will be covered such as advanced concepts, lighting, compositing, special effects, camera moves, audio and inverse kinematics. (Prerequisite: CA3459 - Intermediate 3D Animation) 4 Credits CA3469 - Advanced 3D Modeling: Using a 3D environment advanced modeling techniques and concepts are applied. Modeling as character design and development is emphasized while students analyze real world observations and their application to modeling. (Prerequisite: CA3449 - Intermediate 3D Modeling) 4 Credits CA3470 - Special Topics for Computer Animation: This course allows the student to select special topics in animation and produce such animations under the guidance of an instructor. The student will be exposed to the various applications of animation and apply animation skills to chosen topics. (Prerequisite: CA2439 - Introduction to 3D Animation) 4 Credits CA3479 - Advanced 3D Animation: Using a 3D environment, advanced animation techniques, rigging and setup techniques are applied. Students also apply the principles of acting, appropriate mathematical concepts and techniques to scripting activities and analyze real world observations and their application to animation. (Prerequisite: CA3459 - Intermediate 3D Animation) 4 Credits CA4461 - Traditional Animation Studio: Students work with team members to create a full-length traditional 2D, or experimental animation. In this advanced course, all nuances of project creation, production, and post production are taught. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits CA4480 - Team Animation: Students will utilize their knowledge of storytelling, animation, modeling, processing, and compositing software to create a team project. Students will strengthen their interpersonal and communication skills by working toward a common goal in an environment that is similar to the animation industry. (Prerequisite: CA2439 - Introduction 3D Animation) 4 Credits PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES PH1401 - Principles of Photography: In this foundation course, students examine the essential tools, materials, and techniques of photography. The student will learn to use the camera, fi lm processing, composition, print fi nishing, and basic darkroom printing. The student will be challenged to investigate the photographic medium and consider its role in image making. (Prerequisite: none) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits PH1410 - History and Survey of Photography: This course will provide a framework for critically considering signifi cant photographers and their work. Students will be expected to describe, interpret, and evaluate the origins, stylistic changes, and artistic innovations in the history of photography from the 19th Century through contemporary times. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits PH1413 - Fundamentals of Lighting: In this introduction to the essential concepts of lighting for photography, students explore the manipulation of quantity, quality, direction, contrast, and color of both natural and artifi cial lighting. The course covers equipment and processes required to produce professional image quality in the studio and on location. (Prerequisite: PH1401 - Principles of Photography) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits PH1450 - Photographic Design: In this course, students experience primary design elements of visual communication as they apply to the photograph. Topics include image composition, color theory, lighting theory and the art of the critique. (Prerequisite: GD1401 - Fundamentals of Design and PH1401 – Principles of Photography) 4 Credits PH1470 - Large Format Photography: Working individually and in teams, students will utilize large format cameras both in the studio and on location, working with various light sources. This course offers essential experience with the large format or view camera. Topics include sheet fi lm, fi lm holders, exposure and process control, and the management of perspective and focus with the movements that are unique to the view camera. (Prerequisite: PH1413 – Fundamentals of Lighting) 4 Credits PH2413 - Advanced Lighting: This course expands on the PH1413 Fundamentals of Lighting, with an emphasis on lighting for products and people in both the studio and on location. The necessary and correct utilization of electronic fl ash and lighting tools in the studio and on location is covered. Emphasis is placed on the imaginative application of lighting technique and style. (Prerequisite: PH1413 - Fundamentals of Lighting) 4 Credits PH2450 - Alternative Photo Processes: This class will utilize both traditional and non-traditional photo methods while developing a knowledge of alternative photo processes. Chemical processes, lifts, transfers, and image manipulation will be explored. (Prerequisite: PH1470 - Large Format Photography) 4 Credits PH2451 - Digital Photographic Production: In this introduction to digital photo production, students become acquainted with the concepts, hardware, and software related to digital image acquisition, manipulation, and output, including scanning, masking, layering, retouching, and printing. (Prerequisite: PH1413 – Fundamentals of Lighting) **This course requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits PH2460 - Digital Darkroom: Emphasis will be placed on those digital techniques that correspond to traditional darkroom processes. The course will address issues related to color theory, resolution, contrast and density controls and the production of photo quality digital prints from scanned fi lm and direct digital captures. (Prerequisite: PH2451 - Digital Photographic Production) 4 Credits PH2470 - Editorial Photography: Students will produce assignments related to photojournalism, location, and editorial photography. Emphasis is placed on digital technologies and formal assignment presentation. The class is devoted to subject research and creative photography in both fi ne art and commercial applications. (Prerequisite: PH2413 – Advanced Lighting) 4 Credits PH2478 - Location Photography: This course explores the special needs of location photography, including both the technical and logistical aspects of location work. Students are challenged with a variety of assignments related to fashion, portraiture, product, stock, and architectural photography (Prerequisite: PH2470 - Editorial Photography) 4 Credits PH3400 - The Business of Photography: This course reviews considerations faced by photographers when establishing and managing a 67
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CONTENTS Mission, Vision and Values
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ABOUT THE TWIN CITIES The Twin Citi
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COURSE CODES The Art Institutes Int
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Page 51 and 52: 22.A-D Karen Bird Interior Design 2
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Page 55 and 56: 50.A-G Charissa Hanenburg Visual Ef
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