MEA 118 - Introduction 2D Animation - Laura Markarian

Course:	Introduction 2D Animation
Professor:	Laura Markarian
Email:	laura.markarian@canyons.edu
Format:	OnlineLive
Course Length:	16 Week

Introduction

Welcome to Introduction 2D Animation MEA-118 online. My name is Laura Markarian. This orientation letter is provided to clarify the workload, and learning goals for the course. Because the course is 100 percent online, we will not meet on-campus for the duration of the term. All assignments and meetings will be online. There will be an official schedule published on the 1st day, and you will access this from the online course management system. For COC, we use a software program called Canvas; access to the course is included with your paid registration.

Course Description

This class is an introduction to 2D computer animation. Drawing tools, bitmaps, symbols, layers, and animation will be utilized to create a short 2D animated movie, featuring an animated character. We will be using the Adobe Animate in the course. The college will email you instructions on how to download the software a few days before the term begins.

What to Expect in this Course

The course involves using the Adobe Animate software. We will meet every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00 am via Zoom meeting. I will go over instructions of different animation methods we will have Q and A and presentations at each meeting. The meeting information will also be available on Canvas. You can reach me via email or if needed I will create a zoom meeting at my office hours or on off days of our meetings to go over projects if needed. We will have short projects at each meeting demonstrating the use of the new tool or method learned. The term will end with a Lip sync, character Rig, and creation of a website in Animate. We will also need the use of Photoshop for some cleanup work.

LECTURE:

Survey and evaluate the various Animate character animation tools and methods.
Compare and contrast various graphic formats and styles.
Distinguish between, and properly use, the different available animation methods.
Apply the principles of animation to plan a 2D digital animation film.
Analyze the practices and methods of audio usage in various narrative settings. IE: Music, Sound effects and voice over.

LAB:

Organize and construct libraries
Create the different types of 2D, digital animation
Construct and animate a character
Create vector based symbols
Utilize the proper audio tools for both synchronous and non-synchronous sound.
Create a narrative sequence.
Rig a Character
Create a Website in Animate

Types of Assessments

This class is an introduction to 2D computer animation. Drawing tools, bitmaps, symbols, layers, and animation will be utilized to create a short 2D animated movie, featuring an animated character.

The course is assessed by completing the weekly projects on time and meeting all requirements. There are no exams, quizzes or papers in this course.

Textbook Information

No Text Required All Notes and information will be provided by instructor in Canvas

Other Relevant Course Information

Important information

All Required information and instructions will be announced twice a week on the Canvas portal.

There will be a Zoom meeting twice a week for 2.5 hours (regular class time) where the new assignment will be presented, New Strategies and methods of animation will be gone over, handouts will be provided.

There will be 16 assignments a Midterm and Final assignment. There will not be a quiz or exam in this course.

Other relevant course information

All course materials for this course are delivered online; your computer and Internet connection should be outfitted for basic online communication to include:

A Mac OS, PC/Windows OS (Windows XP or higher), or Linux OS-based computer;
An Internet connection (broadband speed recommended for video and chat features);
A current web browser (Google Chrome recommended, however, Firefox, Safari, IE 11, should work as well);
Adobe Reader software installed, (this is pdf file viewer to read online articles, available for free from Adobe at: http://get.adobe.com/reader/
Zoom meeting client software installed, at: https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting
Circumstances may arise which require modifications of the above guidelines and the following schedule of assignments for the course, as deemed necessary. The instructor reserves the right to make necessary changes, in compliance with COC academic policies.

Students that want to add the class after the semester has begun should contact me via e-mail depending on the No Show list if the course is waitlisted. I will send you an add number which you can use to add the class. The add number will be given only if the class is waitlisted and there are no shows after 48 hours of term starting, and that also depends on how many no show spots open up.

CANVAS

Canvas: cvsupport@canyons.edu
Log-in to canvas at coc.instructure.com on the first day of the course.
For any Canvas related issues please call Canvas Student Support:
(661) 362-3344 during college business hours or (877) 889-9052 for 24/7 support.
For technical support using Canvas, visit the Canvas tech Support page for students.
Student Login instructions:
Username: MyCanyonsusername
Password: students
You can view your grades, and all relevant information re: Paper topic’s, due dates, and announcements on Canvas. Contact me if you have any difficulties.

TECH READY CHECKLIST

You will need regular access to a reliable computer with stable, high-speed internet connection.

Adobe Animate and Adobe Photoshop
Microsoft Word. You can download the Microsoft Office Suite for FREE as part of your school My Canyons account (my.canyons.edu)
A Canvas smartphone app is available to download! (Canvas by Instructure)

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE tutoring resource to COC students including:

Face-to-face & ONLINE tutoring

Testing Center: offers test proctoring services for courses that have required proctored exams

Study Jam Review Sessions

Computers with over 300 software programs For more information visit the TLC Website.

Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS)

College of the Canyons DSPS provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Disabled Students Program & Services website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

College of the Canyons cares about your emotional and physical health. Learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including free counseling and mental health services available by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center website or by calling them at: 661-362-3259.

The National Suicide Lifeline number is 1-800-273- 8255 (TALK). Please call it if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress – it could save someone’s life.

You can also use the Crisis Text Line: Just text “Courage” to 741741. It’s free, available 24/7, and confidential.

Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

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Last updated: 05/24/2021 Sub#: 20