CNMS 235 — Computer Animation Basics
This advanced computer graphics course is designed to introduce students to 3D animation. Topics covered will include mesh and spline modeling, surface mapping, lighting, camera techniques and animation basics. While primarily a hands on task based course, additional and supplemental ma terial will be covered in a series of class lectures. Various examples of 3D animation will be shown and critiqued. Students will have the opportunity to design and execute 3D animations suitable for use in an interactive portfolio or a demo reel. Prerequisite(s): CNMS-111, CNMS-115 or ARTS-130 Corequisite(s): none