DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
POV3440	Digital Animation	Spring	2	2	3	5

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. NAZLI EDA NOYAN CELAYİR
Course Lecturer(s):	Prof. Dr. NAZLI EDA NOYAN CELAYİR
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	It is crucial for the students to take their technical skills to an advanced level while also broadening their intellectual scope by specializing on different areas. This course is also a necessity for gaining general knowledge about the intersection of communication, art and technology as well as enhancing creativity via interdisciplinary methods to develop skills for realizing projects.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. To visualize concepts in time and motion.
II. To be able to understand the language of the visual storytelling.
III. To prepare drafts based on the script (frame, camera, acting, connecting the frames, duration of frames, sound etc.), and to communicate these aspects visually.
IV. To be able to use different media and technologies successfully with respect to the expectations and necessities of the industry.
V. To master several digital animation software such as Toon Boom Storyboard and Harmony.

Course Content

Animation is the act of bringing to life an idea, in its most essential sense. Digital animation is a form of storytelling using digital tools. Nevertheless it has its foundation in narrative, film and graphics. It is sequentially laying out a story in time and in motion. Different methods may be used in order to create an animation since it is the interdisciplinary combination for the exhibition of different kinds of imagery and motion. But the characters, atmosphere, storyline, graphics, sound, timing and editing are the basic ingredients. This course will be covering main concepts, history and techniques related to animation in the first half of the semester. In the second half we would be working on hands-on project by doing several in-class exercises.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week

Subject

Related Preparation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Maureen Furniss, Animasyon'un Kutsal Kitabı, Karakalem Kitabevi Yayınları
Scott McCloud. Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art, Perennial
Will Eisner, Graphic Storytelling and Visual Narrative, Poorhouse Press
Additional handouts will be given in the class.

References:

Harold Whitaker and Hohn Halas, Timing for Animation, Focal Press
Hollis, Richard. Graphic Design: A Concise History. London: Thames & Hudson, 1994.
John Canemaker, Treasures of Disney Animation Art, Abbeville Press Publishers
Livingston, Alan & Isabella. Encyclopedia of Graphic Design and Designers. London: Thames & Hudson, 1994.
Marcie Begleiter, From Word To Image, Michael Wiese Productions
Meggs, Philip B., A History of Graphic Design. 3rd Edition. NY: John Wiley & Sons; 1998.
Peter Ettedgui, Production Design And Art Direction, Focal Press
Scott McCloud. Reinventing Comics: How Imagination and Technology Are Revolutionizing an Art Form, Perennial
http://www.girlsawthesea.net
Grafik Tasarım, Print Magazines

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
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PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		%
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Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.