CARTOON AND ANIMATION
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
ANI3502	Stop-Motion Animation	Fall	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:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. NAZLI EDA NOYAN CELAYİR
Course Objectives:	This course will offer skill development in the use of software to develop storyboards and Stop Motion animation including creating, importing and sequencing media elements to create multi-media presentations. Emphasis will be on conceptualization, creativity, and visual aesthetics. This course takes the students through various aspects of Stop Motion animation using a variety of materials and techniques. Developing concepts, storyboarding and production of several stop motion animations will be accomplished.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
· Identify the 12 principles of animation  
· Calculate and apply appropriate frame rates  
· Manipulate animation production equipment  
· Create accurate and aesthetically appealing stop motion animation  
· Describe characteristics of well-designed and executed animation  
· Relate some knowledge of the history of animation  
· Assess and critique past and current animation trends  
· Demonstrate progress in basic sculpting, puppet making and animation skills  
· Critically analyze your creative work and the work of others  

Course Content

Stop Motion Animation is an intermediate course for Cut-Out, Clay and Puppet Animation. This course provides students the fundamental skills to produce traditional style animation as well as puppet animation and the knowledge of the principles of animation to be built upon in subsequent courses leading up to the Portfolio course

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction / Syllabus Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Beginner’s Guide to Animation: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started by Mary Murphy * You will also need to purchase some modeling clay (plasticine non-hardening) and some plastic or wooden sculpting tools from a local hobby store. The recommended brand of clay is Van Aken Claytoon Modeling Clay which might be hard to find in currents situation then FIMO.
References:	Beginner’s Guide to Animation: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started by Mary Murphy Ayrıca bireysel ve ortak kullanımız için modelleme kili ve bazı ekipmanlar edinmeniz gerekmektedir.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	13	% 30
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	13	3	39
Application	10	4	40
Study Hours Out of Class	13	2	26
Midterms	1	4	4
Final	1	4	4
Total Workload			113

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)	To have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in cartoon and animation.	5
2)	To be able to develop research, observation-experience, evaluation skills in the field of cartoon and animation and effectively communicate ideas, convincing actions and emotions using cartoon and animation and performance principles in every direction.	5
3)	Making animated films with various artistic styles and techniques.	5
4)	Designing the cartoon and animation production process using initiative, applying it with creativity and presenting it with personal style.	4
5)	To be a team member in the production process of cartoon and animations, to be able to take responsibility and manage the team members under their responsibility and to lead them.	4
6)	To be able to evaluate cartoon and animations in the framework of their knowledge and skills.	3
7)	To be able to define and manage learning requirements in the field of cartoon and animation.	4
8)	To be able to communicate with related organizations by sharing scientific and artistic works in cartoon and animation and to share information and skills in the field.	2
9)	To monitor developments in the field of cartoon and animation using foreign languages and to communicate with foreign colleagues.	2
10)	To be able to use general information and communication technologies at advanced level with all kinds of technical tools and computer software used in cartoon and animations.	5
11)	Using critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies in all aspects of development and production, effectively communicating ideas, emotions and intentions visually, verbally and in writing, and effectively incorporating technology in the development of cartoon and animation projects.	4
12)	To have sufficient knowledge about ethical values and universal values in the field of cartoon and animation.	3