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  • 3DMA 1012: Introduction to Visual Communications Careers

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This foundational first-semester course introduces the technical practices of visual communications and how these practices are applied in various visual communications professions. The focus of this course is on a hands-on, practice-based approach to the application of common design methods. Course activities involve creating projects using industry-standard software to apply effective visual communications techniques and practices. Topics also include the variety of career paths within the visual communications field. This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in 3D Modeling and Animation. Other Century College students wishing to explore the area are welcome as well. Note: This course is cross-listed with GRDP 1012, NVP 1012, PHOT 1012 and WEBD 1012. Recommendation(s): Concurrently enrolled in 3DMA 1013 and 3DMA 1018
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  • 3DMA 1013: Fundamentals of Applied Design

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This course explores practical and real-world design solutions used in the visual communications industry. Topics include the elements and principles of design, spatial relationships, and imagery; the history of design movements; and personal and professional branding. Activities focus on the creative design process, including traditional tools, industry- standard visual vocabulary, client-based projects, and class critiques. This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in 3D Modeling and Animation. Other Century College students wishing to explore the area are welcome as well. Note: This course is cross-listed with GRDP 1013, NVP 1013, PHOT 1013 and WEBD 1013. Recommendation(s): Concurrently enrolled in 3DMA 1012 and 3DMA 1018
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  • 3DMA 1015: Project Planning

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This course introduces established planning processes and practices as they relate to project execution in the visual communications field. Topics include the practical aspects of planning and scheduling, conducting risk assessment, resource allocation, and performance measurement, all of which are required for successful project completion. This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in 3D Modeling and Animation. Other Century College students wishing to explore the area are welcome as well. Note: This course is cross-listed with GRDP 1015, NVP 1015, PHOT 1015 and WEBD 1015. Recommendation(s): Concurrently enrolled in 3DMA 1019
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  • 3DMA 1018: Introduction to Adobe Photoshop

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This first-semester, course uses an iterative design process to create and enhance imagery using Adobe Photoshop. Course activities include applying problem-solving techniques that simulate real-world visual communications design challenges. Topics include selections, layers, resolution, file formats, color systems, retouching, and copyright. This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in 3D Modeling and Animation. Other Century College students wishing to explore the area are welcome as well. Note: This course is cross-listed with GRDP 1018, NVP 1018, PHOT 1018 and WEBD 1018. Recommendation(s): Concurrently enrolled in 3DMA 1012 and 3DMA 1013
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  • 3DMA 1019: Professional Identity Development

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This intermediate, second-semester course continues the exploration of the technical practices of visual communications and how these practices are applied in various visual communications professions. Course activities focus on using industry standard software to develop media reflecting professional identity and brand. Further examination of the various career paths within the industry will also be covered. This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in 3D Modeling and Animation. Other Century College students with the right prerequisites wishing to explore the area are welcome as well. Note: This course is cross-listed with GRDP 1019, NVP 1019, PHOT 1019 and WEBD 1019. Prerequisite(s): 3DMA 1012 Recommendation(s): Concurrently enrolled in 3DMA 1015
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  • 3DMA 1141: Concept Art

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    Understanding the process of creating Concept Art is essential to the 3D Animation industry. This course emphasizes the digital drawing process, from conceptualization and brainstorming to iteration and final products: drawing props, environments, and characters for various animation scenarios. Additional topics include visual storytelling, rapid visualization, and an introduction to color theory. Recommendation(s): Basic Computer skills
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  • 3DMA 1143: Beginning 3D Concepts

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This course explores the essential, foundational concepts and techniques in the 3D Animation industry. Topics include modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, rendering, visual effects, and creative problem-solving to produce simple 3D content. The course provides an overview of both the industry production environment and industry-standard software. Recommendation(s): Basic computer skills.
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  • 3DMA 1145: Animation 1

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This class focuses on the creation of 3D animation and developing an understanding of the 12 principles of animation, such as squash and stretch, anticipation, timing, and more. Projects include planning and creating numerous simple 3D animations using these principles as well as the basics of bipedal character movement and facial animation. Prerequisite(s): 3DMA 1143 with a grade of "C" or higher Recommendation(s): Basic computer skills.
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  • 3DMA 1147: Modeling 1

    3.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This course focuses on modeling and texturing techniques and solidifying skills in these areas. Course activities build on the basics of polygonal modeling, UV Mapping, and goes in depth on topics such as 2D and 3D texture painting techniques, high vs low mesh detailing, and the application of shaders. Projects include developing a variety of hard surface models and differentiating between good and bad topology within the industry. Prerequisite(s): 3DMA 1143 with a grade of "C" or higher Recommendation(s): Basic computer skills.
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  • 3DMA 1790: Independent Study for 3D Modeling and Animation

    1.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Century College - Minnesota

    This course provides the opportunity for students to enhance their learning experience or explore a specialty area through independent study. Projects will be developed cooperatively between the student and the instructor in order to help the student pursue specific areas of interest related to 3D Modeling and Animation. Prerequisite(s): Instructor and Dean Consent
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