Universitetet i Agder

3D Modelling and Animation

MM-300-G

Included in Study

Bachelor's Programme in Multimedia Technology and Design

Language of instruction

Norwegian and English. Lectures are in Norwegian. Textbooks are in English, and international students are offered special tuition in English.

Recommended pre-requisites

DAT200-G Computer Graphics, or the equivalent

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, the students should:

- master 3D modelling and modelling principles in an acknowledged 3D graphics application.

- master lighting and texturing of 3D models.

- master camera and animation techniques necessary to make visualization of 3D models.

Course contents

Visual expressions. Modelling principles and techniques. Lighting and texturing. Camera theory. Animation and animation principles. Compositing. The last half of the semester consists of project work based on the first part of the course.

Teaching methods

Lectures and laboratory teaching/exercises first part of the semester. Last part of the semester there will be project work in groups with supervision and laboratory supervision. The project work consists of modelling, animation, written report and presentation.

Estimated workload is approximately 405 hours.

Examination requirements

Compulsory assignments. Information about compulsory assignments will be given in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Assessment methods and criteria

Project work done individually or in groups counts 70 % of the final grade. The oral presentation counts 30 % of the final grade. Graded assessment. Information about the requirements of the project report will be given in Canvas at the start of the semester. It is not allowed to deliver improved versions of the project in connection with new or postponed examinations.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module

Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Credit reduction

DAT216-G with 10 credits.
MM-405-G with 7.5 credits.

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Duration

1 semester

Credits

Start

Spring

Campus

Grimstad

Faculty

Faculty of Engineering and Science

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