2009 - 2010 Catalog - The Art Institutes

products. (Prerequisite: GD1400 - Computer
Applications) 4 Credits
VE2486 - Broadcast Graphics:
This course introduces techniques in type design
and animation using compositing software.
Emphasis is on design, storytelling and technical
precision. (Prerequisite: VE1438 - Computer
Graphics or GD1403 - Typography for Digital
Media) 4 Credits
VE3453 - Intermediate VFX:
Utilizing various painting and compositing
packages students will learn the principles of
rotoscoping and digital painting, as applied to
rig removal and special effects. Students will
also build upon the principles in previous classes
towards the creation of more advanced live action
composites. (Prerequisite: VE2453 - Introduction
to VFX and VE2450 - Maps, Mattes, and Masks)
**This course requires a “C” or higher to pass.
4 Credits
VE3457 - Post-Production Management:
Students will learn to manage the production process.
They will develop skill in managing clients
and personnel. Students will discover the critical
nature of preplanning and organization. Course
will explore the various technical and artist issues
that effect a project. Students will understand the
fi nancial implications of project management.
Skill will be developed in establishing timelines
and deadlines. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits
VE3465 - Digital Cinematography for VFX:
This course will prepare students for on-set
supervisory roles in the visual effects industry. By
utilizing a complete survey of lighting conditions
and physical set measurements, students will
acquire the necessary data to incorporate 3D
elements into live action plates. (Prerequisite:
VE3453 - Intermediate VFX) 4 Credits
VE3477 - 3D Effects:
Within a 3D environment, students will use
dynamic simulation, particle systems, and rigid
bodies to create a variety of convincing effects,
including natural phenomena. This course will
build a foundation for students to create complex,
dynamic effects, integrated into live action footage.
(Prerequisite: CA3449 - Intermediate 3D
Modeling) 4 Credits
VE3486 - Intermediate Broadcast Graphics:
This course will expose students to the disciplines
used in fi nalizing a video or animation project
using compositing software. The class will
reinforce compositing concepts, techniques, and
vocabulary that students have learned in previous
classes. More sophisticated tools and techniques
will be introduced. Each student should produce
a fi nal edited project utilizing these skills.
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(Prerequisite: VE2486 - Broadcast Graphics)
**This course requires a “C” or higher to pass.
4 Credits
VE3490 - Advanced Editing Principles:
Advanced editing gives students the opportunity
to refi ne knowledge and skill learned in previous
courses. The main focus of this course is applying
shot relations and transitions by creating a
short video from original idea to edited master.
Students will evaluate the editing process by
watching fi lms and understanding how editing
supports the story being told. Students will
then practice shot relationships and continuity
editing using non-linear video editing systems.
(Prerequisite: CA2440 - Digital Video Editing)
4 Credits
VE4463 - Advanced VFX I:
This course will continue to explore the disciplines
used in creating and compositing video
shot on a blue or green screen. More sophisticated
methods will be introduced for color correcting
and adjusting video to produce seamless
composites. The class will reinforce compositing
concepts, techniques, and vocabulary that
students have learned in previous classes. The
concepts of background replacement and the use
of miniatures in visual effects will also be introduced.
(Prerequisites: VE3453 - Intermediate
VFX and VE3465 - Digital Cinematography for
Visual Effects) 4 Credits
VE4467 - Production Studio I:
Students will build upon foundation skills in
broadcast design and visual effects by simulating
a real world production environment. Emphasis
will be placed on the competitive and collaborative
aspects of production, as well as various professional
methods, procedures, techniques, skills,
resources, and equipment. (Prerequisite: VE3465
- Digital Cinematography for VFX) 4 Credits
VE4473 - Advanced VFX II:
In this course, the further exploration of 3D
tracking and matchmoving concepts will be
emphasized to create more complex interaction
between 3D elements and live action footage.
Advanced 3D lighting systems will be introduced
to produce photorealistic composites.
(Prerequisite: VE4463 - Advanced VFX I)
4 Credits
VE4486 - Advanced Broadcast Graphics:
This course will expose students to more advanced
compositing techniques. The class will
reinforce compositing concepts, techniques, and
vocabulary that students have learned in previous
classes. More sophisticated tools and techniques
will be introduced. The class will focus mainly on
group-oriented projects. Each student will have a
vital role in producing a group project involving,
animation, live action video, editing, and compositing
for a fi nal portfolio piece. (Prerequisite:
VE3486 - Intermediate Broadcast Graphics)
4 Credits
WEB DESIGN &
INTERACTIVE MEDIA
COURSES
IM1480 - Fundamentals Of Interactive
Design:
The course introduces students to the history,
trends, terminology, and concepts in the fi eld of
interactive design. Through materials presented
in the course, students become familiar with the
roles and responsibilities of people working in the
fi eld, professional organizations, and signifi cant
organizations. Students are also introduced to the
basic concepts and tools for developing interactive
media applications. (Prerequisite: GD1400
- Computer Applications) **This course requires
a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits
IM2420 - Fundamentals of Scripting
Languages:
Students develop and refi ne basic programming
skills. Emphasis is placed on programming concepts
including logic, problem solving, process
fl ow and fl owcharting, syntax and structures,
and debugging and troubleshooting. Students
will acquire skills needed to design, develop,
and produce practical interactive applications.
(Prerequisite: IM1480 - Fundamentals of
Interactive Design) **This course requires a “C”
or higher to pass. 4 Credits
IM2440 - User Centered Interface Design:
This course provides students with the skills to
design interactive interfaces. Emphasis is placed
on examination of the information architecture,
communication and business goals, media, and
delivery platform. Students will develop an interface
prototype that meets the goals of the project.
(Prerequisite: GD1420 - Image Manipulation)
4 Credits
IM2460 - Introduction to Authoring:
This course will introduce the student to concepts
and designs utilized in the development of
education, sales, and marketing presentations.
Students will create an integrated, interactive
multimedia presentation using the basic concepts
and principles of multimedia and graphic design.
(Prerequisite: GD1400 - Computer Applications
and GD1420 - Image Manipulation) 4 Credits
IM2470 - Interactive Motion Graphics:
An advanced course that applies motion graphics
as an integrated interactive solution; students will
script interaction, sequencing, and motion for