ADMI Diploma in Animation & Motion Graphics Course | ADMI Diploma in Animation & Motion Graphics Course | ADMI Diploma in Animation & Motion Graphics Course
Mode of study: Full time – 5 terms
Intakes: January, May, September
Campus: Caxton House, CBD Nairobi
Fees: Ksh 125,500 (EA) & Ksh 150,500 (International) per term
Overview
The size of the global animation industry was about US$244 billion in 2015. The major animation markets include the United States, Canada, Japan, China, France, Britain, Korea and Germany.Our Animation & Motion Graphics course is based on feedback from industry experts and covers essential skills and software, industry requirements and portfolio development. This course offers all you need to start your career as an animator, motion graphic designer or concept artist.
The Animation & Motion Graphics course revolves around current industry practices and is taught by a team of highly qualified and experienced professionals using software packages such as Autodesk Maya, Adobe After Effects, Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and Dreamweaver. You will gain hands-on experience in areas such as animation (2D and 3D) and motion graphic design, using industry-standard computer systems.
COURSE SCHEDULE: The course will course will run for 5 semesters.
CREDITS: 24 contact hours per unit and an average of 7 units per semester.
Course In Depth
Units
Term 1
Fundamentals of Drawing
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Video Editing (Adobe Premiere)
Introduction to Scriptwriting
Storyboarding
Introduction to Animation
Career Launchpad
Term 2
Character Animation 1
Introduction to Modelling
Introduction to Materials
Introduction to Lighting
Introduction to Rendering
Fundamentals of Motion Graphics
Digital Illustration
Career Launchpad
Term 3
Character Animation 2
Pre Production Animatics
Sound for Animation
Advanced Motion Graphics
Introduction to Character Modelling (Maya)
Intermediate Texturing & Rendering
Introduction to 2D Animation
3D Lighting
Term 4
Introduction to Mudbox
Introduction to Character Rigging
Dynamics
Compositing (After Effects)
Advanced Texturing
Advanced 2D Animation
Character Animation 3
Architecture Visualization (3D Max)
Term 5
Advanced 3D Lighting, Texturing & Rendering
Character Animation 4
Advanced Character Rigging
Special Effects
Professional Portfolios
Career Launchpad
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the program, you will have the ability to:
Create 2D and 3D characters and environments that reflect the integration of graphic clarity, design
Principles, performance principles and theoretical constructs
Create an animated film incorporating a range of artistic styles and techniques
Generate work that reflects initiative, creativity, adaptability and personal style
Incorporate technology effectively in the development of animation projects.
Integrate the concepts, principles and theories involved in the physics of animation in all aspects of drawing.
Design layouts and backgrounds that incorporate principles of composition, perspective and color, with speed, accuracy and dexterity, using a variety of media
Communicate ideas, emotion and intent effectively in visual, oral and written forms
Create animation that incorporates the basic principles of constructive anatomy and drawing using economy of expression
CERTIPORT
Earn Credentials Recognized By Employers Worldwide
As an Animation & Motion Graphics student, you gain a competitive edge over your peers by earning Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certifications in:
Visual Communications using Adobe Photoshop®
Rich Media Communications using Adobe Animate®
Video Communications using Adobe Premiere®Pro
Graphic Design & Illustration using Adobe Illustrator®
ADMI instructors prepare students to successfully pass these exams through a project-based curriculum that leverages Adobe Education learning resources, practice tests, and real-world applications.
