Program Information

(15 credits)

The 3-D animation minor is designed for the student with an interest in 3-D animation. This minor gives an overview of the creation of 3-D character building and game design while teaching state-of-the-art programs. The minor is 15 credits with courses ranging from learning how to draw, important for both game and 3-D design, to working with high end animation programs.

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Contact Information

For more information about the 3-D Animation minor, contact Professor Martin Shell, chairperson of the Visual and Performing Arts Department, at (413) 748-3443.

Required Courses

• ARTS 108 - Studio in Drawing Credits: 3
• ARTS 202 - Computer Animation Credits: 3
• ARTS 231 - 3-D Animation Credits: 3
• CISC 175 - Introduction to Computer Science with C++ Credits: 3

Select 3 credits from the following:

• ARTS 232 - Character Development for 3D Animation and Video Games Credits: 3
• ARTS 233 - 3-D Video Game Design Credits: 3
• ARTS 330 - Digital Sculpting and Surfacing Credits: 3
• ARTS 340 - Advanced Rigging and Animation Credits: 3