Animation and Rich Media, AAS

Program Details

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Semester 1

• ANI 408 - Intro. Rich Media & Animation Credits: 2
• ANI 410 - Illustration 1 Credits: 3
• ANI 483 - Intro. Autodesk 3dsMax Credits: 3
• ANI 439 - Digital Asset Production Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits AAS degree core Communications   Credits: 3
• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1

Semester 2

• ANI 485 - Animation 1 Credits: 3
• ANI 453 - Illustration for Animation Credits: 3
• ANI 467 - After Effects for Motion Grap Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits AAS degree core Math   Credits: 3

Semester 3

• ANI 465 - 3D Modeling and Texturing Credits: 3
• ANI 477 - Storyboarding & Scriptwriting Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits AAS degree core Humanities/Social and Behavioral Science   Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits Any AAS Core Distributed   Credits: 3

Semester 4

• ANI 455 - 2D Animation Credits: 3
• ANI 487 - Animation 2 Credits: 3
• ANI 488 - Intro. to Cinema 4D Credits: 3
• MMS 480 - Video Production I Credits: 3

Semester 5

• ANI 492 - Demo Reel Production Credits: 6
• ANI 490 - Intro. to Maya Animation Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits AAS degree Distributed core   Credits: 3

Semester 6

• ANI 494 - Capstone Group Project Credits: 5
• ANI 479 - Audio Recording & Edit Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 71

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Note: Financial aid may be used to purchase a computer. Apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) online.

Approximate total for the program: $18,485-19,505**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate costs.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Use animation to communicate messages and ideas to others
• Use traditional art and animation principles in animation projects
• Develop the characters and environment sketches as a Concept Artist
• Create digital characters, objects, and environments
• Create special effects for  live  action film and television.
• Create quality assets for  film, television, video games, and more.
• Plan, budget and produce animation projects
• Edit, finish and render animation projects

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Have good computer skills.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to follow directions, instructions and take direction from supervisors, clients and co-workers
• Attention to detail, analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new procedures and software technical skills quickly and independently.
• Teamwork, collaboration and the ability to take direction from supervisors, clients and coworkers to improve your work.
• Manage your time to meet established deadlines, work on multiple projects, and stay within a project budget.
• Work long hours on a computer using specialized design software.
• Desire and discipline to spend whatever time it takes to complete complicated projects.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• Provide the foundation for  a variety of career options within the animation industry.
• Constantly evolving industry requires motivation and lifelong learning to stay up-to-date with technology.
• Must learn and use multiple software applications and stay current with updates, adapt to change and be able to learn on your own.

Program Competencies

1. Communicate information using industry terminology and methods used in a work environment.
2. Demonstrate the following communication skills: listening, writing, presenting, critiquing, and teamwork.
3. Create believable assets and movement using reference and research material.
4. Visually communicate ideas and concepts using traditional and digital illustration skills.
5. Produce animations using industry software and following a production pipeline.
6. Apply the Principles of Animation to all projects.
7. Execute an effective job search strategy by preparing a demo reel and other media.
8. Apply time management methods to meet project deadline.

Nondiscrimination Statement

It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.  

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