DIMA 1411 - History of Animation

4.5 Credits

This course surveys the major developments in film animation from its beginnings to the present day. Students acquire an understanding of the different styles and evolution of animation as an art form and as a means of visual communication that reflects both social and historical contexts.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Identify trends, developments, and important figures in the history of animation and film animation.
Articulate through speech and written assignments critical theories and analysis of animation and animated film and historical and social context.
Recognize the role of animation in the history of visual arts and visual communication.

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