3D Animation

Subject guarantor:

Libor PIXA

Name of lecturer(s):

Libor PIXA

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Introduction of Computer 3D animation technology, initiate students into the fundamental potential of Autodes Maya 3D software and learn to master the program so they may be able to create and move a simple figure.

Mode of study:

Presentation of Autodesk Maya with practical examples and independent practical exercises under the guidence of the lecturer.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

General working knowledge of the computer

Receptive to new technological processes

Fundamental understanding of some 2D graphic editors (Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, etc..)

Knowledge of English

Recommended optional programme components:

Self-study video-tutorials, samples

Samostudium video-tutoriálů, např.:

http://www.3dtotal.com/ffa/tutorials/tutorialsalias.php

http://www.learning-maya.com/

http://library.creativecow.net/tutorials/maya

http://www.thegnomonworkshop.com/store/category/171/Free-Tutorials-All

http://www.cgtutorials.com/c2/Alias_Maya

http://www.digitaltutors.com/09/training.php?cid=5

Course contents:

This workship is devoted to mastering the fundamental technology of 3D computer animation. An introduction to the issues of 3D animation through contemporary examples. Explanation of generally applied practices in 3D animation creation. Terminology connected with the creation of 3D animation. Practical examples and exercises: modelling, texturing, rig. animation, rendering.

Recommended or required reading:

Isaac V. Kerlow - The Art Of 3D Computer Animation and Effects

Derakhshani Dariush „ Maya “ 3D graphics guide

http://www.grada.cz/maya_3744/kniha/katalog/listovani-google/

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Lectures and practical exercises

Assessment methods and criteria:

Credit is awarded based on:

- completion of the practical exercises

- attendance

- presentation of work at the end of the semester

Course web page:

Note:

Because of the time requirements of the course some self-study and practical exercises must be completed in students' free time.

Schedule for winter semester 2013/2014:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2013/2014:

	06:00–08:0008:00–10:0010:00–12:0012:00–14:0014:00–16:0016:00–18:0018:00–20:0020:00–22:0022:00–24:00
Mon
Tue
Fri
Thu	místnost 416 Učebna KAT (Lažanský palác) PIXA L. 15:40–17:15 (paralelka 1)
Fri

Date	Day	Time	Tutor	Location	Notes	No. of paralel
	Thu	15:40–17:15	PIXA L.	Učebna KAT Lažanský palác		paralelka 1

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Animation - Master (qualification subject)