3D Animation

• How did they do that?! Ever wonder what it takes to make 3D models and movies like Toy Story, Shrek, Cars, and Finding Nemo? In this course, you will develop the skills to make your own 3D models, animations, and movies. Using creative and integrated thinking, you’ll create a storyboard, then apply design, engineering and geometry principles to bring your creations to life. By the end of the course, your combined modeling and animation skills will let you create your own 3D production for the whole world to see on your web site.
• Software Used in the class:
  Animation Master
• Who will like this course?
  3D Animation I is perfect for kids and teens who love 3D models and movies and wonder what it takes to create them.
• Recommended Prerequisites:
  Basic understanding of PC or Mac operating system and familiarity with Internet.
• Length of training:
  Morning session: Monday to Thursday (9 am - 12 noon) for two weeks
  Afternoon session: Monday to Thursday (1 pm - 4 pm) for two weeks
• Schedule:
• Session I- June 9-19, 2008
• John Cooper School (Morning session)
• Wharton County Junior College (Sugar Land) (Morning session)
• University of Houston- Downtown (Afternoon session)
• Harold D. Guthrie Center for Excellence (Afternoon session)
• University of Houston- Clear Lake (Afternoon session)
• Session II- June 23-July 3, 2008
• University of Houston- Downtown (Morning session)
• Harold D. Guthrie Center for Excellence (Morning session)
• University of Houston- Clear Lake (Morning session)
• The John Cooper High School (Afternoon session)
• Wharton County Junior College (Sugar Land) (Afternoon session)
• Session III- July 7-17, 2008
• Wharton County Junior College (Sugar Land) (Morning session)
• University of Houston- Downtown (Afternoon session)
• University of Houston- Clear Lake (Afternoon session)
• Harold D. Guthrie Center for Excellence (Afternoon session)
• Tuition:
  Early-Bird Registration - $285 (on or before March 31, 2008)
  Early Registration - $295 (April 1-May 26, 2008)
  Regular Registration - $315 (After May 26, 2008)
  (includes course materials)