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DECO1017: Principles of Animation
2022 unit information
This unit introduces students to the fundamental principles of animation and its role in interaction design. Students will develop an understanding of the process involved in developing character, text and motion graphics based 2D animation, and techniques and tools for production to support animation. Assessments in this unit focus on the application of animation in user interface design. Students will acquire basic animation skills, develop the skills to create an animated sequence, and learn the critical vocabulary to describe animation. Basic knowledge will be related to foundational technical skills in industry standard software for animation.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Design Lab |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. control and manipulate P.O.A (Principles of Animation) with intention and direction
- LO2. integrate P.O.A into a composition and control scene transition
- LO3. synthesise and direct elements of P.O.A into a narrative structure
- LO4. identify and utilise animation techniques and principles
- LO5. show intent and consideration in regard to visual design, audio effects and genre
- LO6. demonstrate an understanding of the methodologies and practices used in the communication of an idea and interaction for a product.
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