ADK1002 Animation I & principles
- Course codeADK1002
- Number of credits10
- Teaching semester2026 Spring
- Language of instructionEnglish
- CampusHamar
- Required prerequisite knowledge
No special requirements
- Animation principles
- Animation history
- Animation working process
- Movement and personality in animation
- Keyframing and animation curves
- Basic story development
Learning Outcome
Upon completing the course, the student will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
The student:
- has knowledge of the 12 animation principles
- has knowledge of animation processes
- has knowledge of animation history
- has knowledge of how to create movement and personality in an animated object
- has knowledge of story and character development
- has knowledge of dramaturgy and acting
The student:
- can apply the animation principles in an animation sequence by focusing on personality and movement
- can use professional animation software
The course is organized as a combination of lectures, practical exercises, self-study and supervision.
Throughout the course, students work on a single assignment. The students will make a short animated film, with the main focus on the quality of the characters, animation and any other character-driven elements.
| Form of assessment | Grading scale | Grouping | Duration of assessment | Support materials | Proportion | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Portfolio Assessment | ECTS - A-F | Individual |
| 100 |
Reading list
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