Cognitive Science 0265 - Advanced Animation in Autodesk Maya

This course will cover intermediate topics pertaining to the production of visual imagery with the tools of three-dimensional computer graphics (CG). Lectures, readings, and homework assignments will explore subects including organic shape modeling, character articulation, character animation, extensions to the basic shading and lighting models, and procedural animation. Students will be expected to complete individual projects and participate in group exercises that explore CG as both a standalone medium and as an integral part of modern film/video production. This course is mostly remote. Keywords: computer animation, 3D, CG, Maya

Media and Technology This course is fully remote. This course has a prerequisite of CS 113. This course is by instructor permission, a working knowledge of Maya 2022 or greater is required. Students should generally expect to spend 6-8 hours a week on work outside of class time.