Animation
I
Credit: 2
Grade Placement: 10-12
Prerequisite: An ernest interest in the underlying technology
and good computer skills.
Animation
II
Credit: 2
Grade Placement: 11-12
Prerequisite: Animation I
This
course is a Tech Prep course in the field of 3D animation
and modeling that involves a student-centered collaborative
production style curriculum. The course utilizes Lightwave
and various supporting programs and plugins, to develop
3D models and animations for various contests and presentations.
The course utilizes professional manuals, book resources,
and the internet. Students research, discover, and produce
animated movie shorts for the Tech Prep Contest, the 3D
Animation Festival at the University of Texas, Permian Basin,
and SkillsUSA Contest.