Single course
2D Animation
Content
In the course you will be introduced to advanced software and hardware tools, technical requirements and workflow for creating 2D animations and assets in a game development project. History of animation and tools is also covered.
Objectives
The object of the course
Do you want to learn how to create stunning 2D animations? The course gives you an overview on the history of animation and its tools and methods.
After completing this course, you will be prepared to work as 2D animation artist in any game development project. You will be further introduced to most important tools and techniques for 2D animation.
Course competences
Systems and methods in ICT
Game production competence
The learning objectives of the course
The student who completes the course is able to produce 2D animations and assets for games. The student understands principles of animation as a part of game development and design.
The student learns techniques, tools and methods for producing animations and assets. The student is able to work in game development team to design and produce technically valid assets.
Implementation methods
The course will be conducted as contact studying at Jamk’s campuses. There will be lectures where students learn the basic theory of animation, as well as practical exercises that put the theory into action. Students will explore the creation of 2D animations and game art using Adobe Animate, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
During the course, students will practice applying the 12 principles of animation and explore different animation techniques that can be used for various 2D game art styles. All tasks can be completed with a mouse, so no drawing tablet is required. There will be no exam; instead, assessment is based on the animation exercises completed during the course, which can be included in the student’s professional portfolio.
Additional information
More information: [email protected]
The course code is HTGP0230-3004. Use the code to view the course schedule at https://lukkarit.peppi.jamk.fi. NOTE! Online courses may not have a schedule. The schedules will be published at latest by 7th of November 2024.
If you are an unemployed jobseeker or an asylum seeker, the studies are free of charge. Studies are also free for people who have fled Ukraine and are in Finland with temporary protection -status. In these cases, you are to make online payment and use the secure email to submit the certificate without delay. After that you will be refunded. Instructions: www.jamk.fi/openstudies/free-of-charge