Cartoon Animation (Cartoon Animation)
Level 6
Certification
QQI Cartoon Animation Level 6, Code 6M5545
Overview
This course allows students to express their understanding of animation in the production of an animated film, scene or sequence in the particular medium of animation preferred. It will develop the student’s knowledge of the requirements for animation production, by introducing modules on production, design and sound.
COURSE OUTLINE |
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| Code | Title |
| 6N4907 | Animation Drawing |
| 6N1950 | Communications |
| 6N5445 | Computer Illustrated Graphics |
| 6N3466 | Design Skills |
| 6N3569 | Drawing |
| 6N5427 | Editing Practice and Techniques |
| 6N4525 | Multimedia Sound |
| 6N4981 | Studio and Location Sound Production |
| 6N3730 | The History of Photography |
| 6N1946 | Work Experience |
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 Award in Animation or in a related area is required.
Duration
One-year full time
Animation Film Production
- Production of a finished fully integrated Animation Film sequence with sound
- Pre Production
- Production
Drawing for Animation
- Life Drawing
- Perspective drawing
- Animation Drawing
- The Art of Producing
- Sound Design for Film and Video
- Production Design for TV and Film
- Design
- Art Appreciation
- Studio and location sound
- Design Skills
- Computer Illustrated Graphics
- Editing for TV and video
- Communications
- Work Experience
Facilities
Chromacolour X-Sheet, Animation Line Testing System, iMac Suite.
Work Placement/Experience
Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a relevant location. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
STUDENT CHARGES |
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|---|---|
| Registration | €50 |
| TOTAL | €50 |
Contact Details
Tel: 021 4255500
email: Kevin.Taylor@Corketb.ie
Education Progression Opportunities
MTU Kerry: MT811, MT711 Animation Visual Effects
MTU Cork: MT823 Visual Communications
IADT: DL832 Animation
TUS: AL861 Animation & Illustration (Athlone), LC518-Digital Animation Prod (Clonmel)
UCC: CK101, CK105, CK107, CK108, CK109, CK113, CK118, CK210, CK301, CK307
Tralee IT: TL801
We advise you to consult the CAO website – www.cao.ie and http://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=fetac_ to confirm specific entry requirements for Higher Education Institutions.
Career Opportunities
The majority of animators work in either the motion picture or video industries. Employment also is available in advertising, computer systems design and Web design. There is a growing demand for cartoon animators in engineering, scientific research and medical research.
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