DA 134 Motion Graphics and Compositing provides students an introduction to the principles and practice of animated motion graphics. Students learn to establish a concept/direction and create broadcast-quality motion graphic animations. Students are introduced to the essential skills of compositing and creating post-processing effects for a wide range of media, including video, animation, and the web.
Prerequisites: DA 101 and DA 110 both with a minimum grade of 50%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 60 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 1 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Explain terms and concepts of motion graphic design
- Apply the tools used to manipulate and control motion graphics
- Critique motion graphic designs
- Demonstrate use of 2D and 3D compositing workflows
- Create motion graphics based on current industry trends and practices
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.