Film and television, entertainment industry, video games, internet based businesses, training simulations, entrepreneur, marketing firms or advertising departments
3D Animation and Visual Effects
Train on award-winning software, build your portfolio and master the art of 3D animation
About this Program
Learn the blockbuster skills behind the expert visual effects in your favorite movies. Courses prepare students by mixing classroom assignments with projects that simulate real-world work in the TV, film or video game industry.
Students in this program primarily work on Autodesk's Oscar-winning software, Maya. Additional CGI tools used in this program include:
- Adobe Photoshop
- After Effects
- Substance Painter
- ZBrush
- MotionBuilder
Class is held in an encouraging environment where students are given creative freedom to complete assignments. Class sizes enable instructors to spend one-on-one time with students, showing them how to best use the latest digital tools while also giving them the space to explore at their own pace.
3D Animation and Visual Effects Majors
3D Animator
About this Major
Experience our state-of-the-art training studio that incorporates motion capture and 3D printing. Autodesks' Oscar-winning software, Maya, is the primary application for our program. You will gain valuable experience that will help you stand out from the crowd while using additional CGI tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Substance Painter, MotionBuilder, Houdini, and compositing applications.
Licensures / Certifications
Adobe Certified Associate in the following areas:
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Communication using Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Effects & Motion Graphics using Adobe After Effects
- Autodesk Certified User: Maya
- ODCTE 3D Animator Exam
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.
Courses
- 3D Animation Fundamentals 120 hours
- 2D Animation Fundamentals 120 hours
- Motion Design Fundamentals 120 hours
- 3D Animator Capstone 120 hours
- Design and Illustration Fundamentals 120 hours
- Creative Design & Digital Marketing Techniques for 3D Animators 120 hours
- 3D Animation 120 hours
- Dynamics & Special Effects for Motion Graphics 120 hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Tuition & Fees
- N/A
Licensure / Certifications
- Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication using Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Associate: Graphic Design & Illustration using Illustrator
- Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Effects and Motion Graphics using After Effects
- ODCTE 3D Animator Exam
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
- One certification paid by Francis Tuttle
- Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense
Total Estimated Costs for High School Students
No costCosts for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
3D Modeler
About this Major
Experience our state-of-the-art training studio that incorporates motion capture and 3D printing. Autodesks' Oscar-winning software, Maya, is the primary application for our program. You will gain valuable experience that will help you stand out from the crowd while using additional CGI tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Substance Painter, ZBrush, and compositing applications.
Eligible Licensures / Certifications
Adobe Certified Associate in the following areas:
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Communication using Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Effects & Motion Graphics using Adobe After Effects
- Autodesk Certified User: Maya
- ODCTE 3D Modeler Exam
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.
Courses
- 3D Animation Fundamentals 120 hours
- 2D Animation Fundamentals 120 hours
- Motion Design Fundamentals 120 hours
- 3D Modeler Capstone 120 hours
- Design and Illustration Fundamentals 120 hours
- 3D Modeling Techniques 120 hours
- 3D Creative Design & Digital Marketing Techniques for 3D Modelers 120 hours
- Enhanced Modeling Techniques 120 hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Tuition & Fees
- N/A
Licensure / Certifications
- Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Communication using Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Associate: Graphic Design & Illustration using Illustrator
- Adobe Certified Associate: Visual Effects and Motion Graphics using After Effects
- ODCTE 3D Modeler Exam
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
- One certification paid by Francis Tuttle
- Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense
Total Estimated Costs for High School Students
No costCosts for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
Animation Generalist
About this Major
This major is designed to teach you the unique skills that set you apart, whether in college programs or the professional world. Students develop creative portfolios to showcase their work.
This is a prerequisite major for all career majors offered within the Animation program.
In this field, tools change at an incredible pace. Both a commitment to lifelong learning and the ability to adapt and work in different styles are important for success. Animators and illustrators must be able to develop work according to design specifications and manage projects and tasks to meet deadlines. Analytical and problem-solving skills, self-motivation, a strong sense of ownership, attention to detail and a disciplined approach to quality are all essential. In addition, because animators and illustrators often work as a part of a team, strong communication skills are important.
Eligible Licensures / Certifications
Adobe Certified Professional in the following areas:
- Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Courses
- Design and Illustration Fundamentals 120 hours
- *3D Animation Fundamentals 120 hours
- 2D Animation Fundamentals 120 hours
- Motion Design Fundamentals 120 hours
- *Storyboarding Fundamentals 120 hours
*Indicates an elective course. Students select one elective.
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Tuition & Fees
- N/A
Licensure / Certifications
- Adobe Certified Professional: Visual Design using Photoshop
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
- One certification paid by Francis Tuttle additional, optional certifications are available at student expense