2D Animation Certificate

Division: Visual and Performing Arts

PROGRAM CODE: 1C15693N
Financial Aid Eligible

This 2D Animation Certificate provides the skills necessary for creating 2D digital animation. Students will learn to create digital frame by frame animation, digital drawings, paintings and illustrations for the purpose of creating two-dimensional animations. Emphasis is placed on development of a portfolio for employment and/or advancement. To earn a certificate, complete the required courses as listed with a grade of C or better. At least 50% of all course work must be completed at Cypress College. This certificate requires a total of 21 units.

Required Courses as listed in numeric sequence (21 units):
ART 182 CBeginning Drawing3
MAD 110 CAnimation History Technology3
MAD 134 CDigital Imaging (formerly Digital Imaging-Mac)3
MAD 193 CIntroduction to 2D Animation3
MAD 203 CIntermediate 2D Animation3
MAD 132 CDigital Painting3
or MAD 112 C Digital Illustration (formerly Electronic Illustration-Mac)
MAD 107 CMotion Design I (formerly Motion Graphics I)3
or MAD 204 C Visual Development and Layout
Total Units21

Program Learning Outcomes:

OUTCOME 1: Acquire the workforce preparation skills including animation history, digital animation, storyboarding and illustration skills necessary for a career in the field of 2D animation.


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