Animation 20

Animation 20 showcases why and how animators play such an important role in the animation, visual effects and video game industries. With Disney and the Vancouver Animation school providing resources, Animation 20 will encourage students to explore 3D character computer animation, bringing life to a cast of characters.

Note: There is limited space available in this course and registration will be closed once at capacity.
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Prerequisite

None. Required to have computer that is capable of running Maya software (provided by Sask DLC).

Delivered

Online Asynchronous

Credits

PAA Survey 20 (A or B)

What Will I Learn?

Students will create an online portfolio which will include artifacts created throughout the course. Not only does this portfolio allow an animator to showcase their work, it will be a valuable asset when applying to post-secondary institutions and when job seeking in this field.

Successful students will have the opportunity to use this course as a dual credit, if they choose to pursue further education with Vancouver Animation School or any of their partner institutions.

***Please note for the 2024-25 school year this is a PAA Survey 20 course and students will earn a PAA Survey 20 credit on their transcript. Students are eligible to earn either a PAA Survey 20 A or a PAA Survey 20 B credit, depending on what other PAA Survey 20 courses students have or are currently taking.

Units of Study

3D animation software and tools

CG modeling

Animation history

Full body character movement

3D animation

3D rigging

Exams

No Proctored Exams

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Course Materials

You Will Need

A computer with at least 8 gigabytes of RAM and a GFX graphic card.

Supplied by Sask DLC

MAYA Personal Learning Edition
QuickTime software

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre provides Kindergarten to Grade 12 courses to Saskatchewan students who choose to study online. We empower students and families to choose the learning environment that works best for them, while supporting their graduation plan.

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