2D & 3D Animator
Study Program Courses

This course is designed to equip students with the fundamental and advanced skills required to become proficient in 2D and 3D animation. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice, students will learn how to bring characters, environments, and stories to life using both traditional 2D techniques and modern 3D animation software. Whether for film, video games, or digital media, this course prepares students to create dynamic animations that captivate audiences.

Learning Details and Options

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Key Areas

  1. Introduction to Animation Principles

    • Understanding the 12 principles of animation (timing, spacing, squash & stretch, etc.)
    • Basics of movement, emotion, and storytelling in animation
    • Historical evolution of 2D & 3D animation

  2. 2D Animation Techniques

    • Traditional hand-drawn animation basics
    • Digital 2D animation tools and software (e.g., Adobe Animate, Toon Boom)
    • Frame-by-frame animation, tweening, and rigging

  3. 3D Animation Techniques

    • Introduction to 3D modeling, texturing, and rigging
    • Working with industry-standard software (e.g., Blender, Autodesk Maya)
    • Camera movement, lighting, and rendering in 3D environments

  4. Character Animation

    • Creating expressive character animations in both 2D and 3D
    • Lip-syncing and facial animation
    • Rigging and animating complex character models

  5. Environmental Animation

    • Designing and animating backgrounds and environments
    • Simulating physics, weather effects, and dynamic objects
    • Creating immersive worlds and landscapes

  6. Animation for Different Mediums

    • Animation for film, TV, and video games
    • Differences in animation pipelines for various media
    • Interactive animations for digital and web platforms

  7. Post-Production Techniques

    • Rendering and compositing animated scenes
    • Special effects (VFX) integration in animations
    • Sound design and synchronization

Assessment & Project Types

  • Short Animation Projects: Students will create short 2D and 3D animated clips demonstrating specific techniques (e.g., walk cycles, character acting).
  • Character Design & Animation: A project focusing on creating, rigging, and animating a character, emphasizing expression and movement.
  • Environment & Scene Animation: Design and animate a complex environment in either 2D or 3D, incorporating weather, physics, and special effects.
  • Capstone Animation Project: A final project where students produce a full-length 2D or 3D animated short, incorporating character, environment, and post-production techniques.
  • Portfolio Development: Students will compile their best work into a professional animation portfolio to showcase their skills.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will:

  1. Demonstrate a strong understanding of animation principles and apply them to both 2D and 3D works.
  2. Create fluid and dynamic 2D animations using industry-standard software.
  3. Develop 3D models, rig characters, and animate within a 3D environment.
  4. Design and animate expressive characters with lifelike movements and emotions.
  5. Create immersive environments and integrate effects such as physics and lighting into animations.
  6. Understand the production pipeline for various media including film, video games, and digital platforms.
  7. Render high-quality animations and finalize them with sound, lighting, and special effects.
  8. Build a professional portfolio showcasing their best animation projects.

This course prepares students to enter the animation industry with a comprehensive skill set, ready to contribute to films, games, or digital media projects.

Regular & Intensive Learning Option

  • Class Schedule:
    Morning Students – Monday to Thursday, 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
    Afternoon Students – Monday to Thursday, 03:30 pm – 08:00 pm
  • Teaching Method: Online & Offline / Online only (eg. Google meet video call)
  • Course Duration: 4 sessions (12 months)
  • Session Length: 1 session = 3 months
  • DWTA Qualification: Academic Diploma
  • CTVET’s National TVET Qualification Framework (NTVETQF): Higher National Diploma
  • Tuition & Guidance Fees:
    • Ghc 2600 per session or
    • Ghc 900 per month

Slow-Paced & Relaxed Learning Option

  • Class Schedule:
    Weekend Evening Students – Friday to Sunday, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
  • Teaching Method: Online & Offline / Online only (eg. Google meet video call)
  • Course Duration: 5 sessions (15 months)
  • Session Length: 1 session = 3 months
  • DWTA Qualification: Academic Diploma
  • CTVET’s National TVET Qualification Framework (NTVETQF): Higher National Diploma
  • Tuition & Guidance Fees:
    • Ghc 2600 per session or
    • Ghc 900 per month
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