DESGD 380
Motion Design
Design
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Studio course instructing students in the art of design and communication with motion and sound. Design principles, editing, and narrative concepts are employed to create short motion design projects.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Standard Grade Rule: A B C D E I
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
6
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Graphic Design BFA majors or instructor permission only.
Learning Outcome
Students will learn how to create a story and mood with movement and animation, and how to use editing to control the story.
Learning Outcome
Students will learn how to design with time, 3D space, and sound.
Learning Outcome
Students apply graphic design principles and narrative techniques to motion graphics projects, using After Effects and other methods.
Learning Outcome
Students will acquire the necessary design and production skills to produce a compelling 30-second motion graphic piece.
Learning Outcome
Students will develop essential written and oral communication skills to explain and defend your work.
