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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Introduction to Animation Programming
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Course Prefix & Number:
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GAME1309
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Section Number:
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848
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Semester/Year:
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18SP
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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32
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Lab Hours:
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32
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Mathematical elements and algorithms involved in basic animation.
Includes generating graphics, viewing 3D environments such as visible line detection and 3D surfaces, image processing techniques, and special effects.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Course Materials:
Required: Maya 2017: Free software download online or by request.
Introducing Autodesk Maya 2016, by Dariush Derakhshani, ISBN: 978-1119059639
Google Drive access
Optional: Personal storage device.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Benjamin T. Elio
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Campus/Office Location:
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iSchool High Hickory Creek, Lewisville Entrepreneur Academy
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Telephone Number:
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828-301-1051
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E-mail Address:
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belio@responsiveed.com
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Hickory Creek
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Lewisville
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Hickory Creek
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Lewisville
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Hickory Creek
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10:30-11:30am
3:00-4:00pm
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8:30-9:30am
3:00-4:00pm
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10:30-11:30am
3:00-4:00
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8:30-9:30am
3:00-4:00pm
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10:30-11:30am
3:00-4:00pm
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Office hours will be on campus during the allotted times. Please make an appointment to ensure you are seen. If you don’t make an appointment, students will be helped on first come, first serve basis.
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INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS
Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.
PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.
DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT
The goal of the Computer Information Technology (CITE) program is to prepare students for successful entry level careers in the IT industry, and/or prepare students for success in pursuing higher education in the Computer Information System and Technology fields.
COURSE TYPE
□ Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
□ Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
X WECM Course
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES From Workforce Education Course Manual
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Develop programs that apply the basic character animation techniques.
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2
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Build and pose animated characters.
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3
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Implement proper timing within animation.
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4
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Develop and produce a portfolio piece demonstrating skill with Maya animation
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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14
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Chapter Quizzes & Homework
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25%
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10
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Lab Assignments
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25%
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4
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Exams
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25%
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31
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Attendance
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10%
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1
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Practicum/Skills Assessment (Final Project)
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15%
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GRADING SCALE
100-90 A
90-80 B
80-70 C
>70 F
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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Week
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Dates
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Topic
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Readings
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Exams
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1
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Jan 15- 20
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An Introduction to Animation Fundamentals.
Introduction to Maya Software
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Chapter 1
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2
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Jan 22 - 26
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American Animation History & an Introduction to Computer Graphics & 3D
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Chapter 1
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3
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Jan 29 - Feb 2
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Maya Foundations & Workflow, Methods in Maya
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Chapter 2
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4
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Feb 5 - 9
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The MAYA Interface
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Chapter 3
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Exam 1 (1-3)
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5
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Feb 12 - 16
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Modeling
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Chapter 4
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6
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Feb 19 - 23
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Surface & Deformers
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Chapter 5
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7
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Feb 23 - Mar 2
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Applying Knowledge - The Toy Airplane & Table Lamp
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Chapter 6
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Exam 2 (4-6)
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8
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Mar 5 - 9
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Shading & Texturing
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Chapter 7
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9
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Mar 12 - 16
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Spring Break
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Chapter 8
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10
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Mar 19 - 23
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Introduction to Animation
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Chapter 8
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11
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Mar 26 - 30
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Animation
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Chapter 9
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Exam 3 (7-9)
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12
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Apr 2 - 6
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Lighting
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Chapter 10
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13
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Apr 9 - 13
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Rendering
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Chapter 11
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14
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Apr 16 - 20
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Dynamics, Effects & Plug-Ins
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Chapter 12
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Exam 4 (10-12)
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15-16
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Apr 23 - May 11
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Animation PRACTICUM
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FINAL
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is __April 5 2018______.
DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321. Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:
- First offense, written warning & referral to Director.
- Second offense, dropped from course.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Cheryl Furdge
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Office Location:
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Corinth, Ste 239, Office 234
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6238
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E-mail Address:
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cfurdge@NCTC.com
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Debbie Huffman
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Career and Technical Center
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3357
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E-mail Address:
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dhuffman@nctc.com
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