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Division of Arts and Humanities
Department of Visual Arts
Course Syllabus
Course Designation, Number, and Title
ART-290: Advanced Digital Animation
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Course Description
Official Catalog Course Description
This course explores advanced concepts in digital illustration, focusing on professional
techniques in composition, rendering, and storytelling. Students will refine their ability to create
high-quality digital artwork using industry-standard software. Topics include character and
environment design, advanced color theory, and portfolio development. The course emphasizes
creative problem-solving and professional presentation.
Credits: 4 (2 lectures, 2 labs)
Prerequisites: ART-190: Digital Illustration I
Corequisites: None
Student Learning Outcomes
As a result of meeting the requirements of this course, students will be able to:
1. Utilize advanced digital tools and techniques to create professional-quality illustrations.
2. Apply composition, perspective, and lighting principles to digital artwork.
3. Develop character and environment designs with a strong narrative focus.
4. Critically assess and refine their own work and peer projects.
5. Compile a portfolio demonstrating mastery of digital illustration.
Means of Assessment
Students will be evaluated through completed projects, critique participation, and portfolio
submissions, which will reflect technical and creative skills covered in the Course Content
section.
Course Content
This course includes lectures, demonstrations, studio work, and critiques.
Major Topics Covered:
● Advanced digital painting techniques
● Character and environment design
● Color theory and lighting applications
● Composition and storytelling in illustration
● Industry-standard workflows and portfolio development
Course Texts and Other Study Materials
● Students must have access to a digital tablet and illustration software.
● Supplemental reading and video tutorials will be provided.
Research, Writing, and/or Examination Requirements
● Students will be assessed on their ability to create and present professional digital
illustrations.
● Projects must demonstrate originality, strong technique, and effective storytelling.
Grading Policy
● A: Outstanding work demonstrating originality, technical mastery, and creativity.
● B: High-quality work with strong technical competence and artistic decision-making.
● C: Satisfactory completion of assignments with some weaknesses in execution.
● D: Marginally meets course requirements but lacks refinement and creativity.
● F: Fails to meet course requirements or submission criteria.
Attendance Policy
All students are expected to attend every scheduled meeting of each course. Attendance
policies will be determined by the instructor and included in the individual course outline.
Other College, Divisional, and/or Departmental Policy Statements
● Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty: Students must adhere to BCC’s academic
integrity policies.
● ADA Statement: Students with documented disabilities should contact the Office of
Specialized Services.
● Use of AI Tools: See BCC’s AI Guidance Resource Page for proper use.
Student and Faculty Support Services
● Accessibility Statement: Contact the Office of Specialized Services at (201) 612-5270
or visit www.bergen.edu/oss for accommodations.
● Student Support Services: Visit https://bergen.edu/currentstudents/ for academic
support, tutoring, and advising.
● Library Resources: Access online research guides at https://bergen.edu/library/.
Course Outline and Calendar
Week Topic/Activity Assignments/Events
1 Introduction to Advanced Digital Illustration Initial exercises
2 Composition and Perspective Tutorial Assignment
3 Advanced Color Theory Begin Color Study Project
4 Character Design Fundamentals Continue Color Study Project
5 Environmental Illustration Techniques Begin Character Design Project
6 Digital Painting and Rendering Continue Character Design Project
7 Mid-Term Review & Critique Present Work
8 Concept Art and Storytelling Begin Narrative Illustration Project
9 Portfolio Development Strategies Continue Narrative Illustration
Project
10 Industry Workflows and Professional
Presentation
Continue Narrative Illustration
Project
11 Special Topics in Digital Illustration Finalize Portfolio Selections
12 Portfolio Critique & Revisions Final Portfolio Polish
13 Final Project Presentation Present Work
14 Final Review and Submission Course Wrap-Up
Note: This Course Outline and Calendar is tentative and subject to change based on class
progress.
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