Raul Aguirre Jr.
Storyboard Supervisor/Animator
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History and Principles of Animation
Learn the time-honored techniques that are still the core of the animation industry
Overview
Topics Covered
- The twelve principles of animation in practice
- Scene planning, thumbnailing, and draftsmanship
- Traditional animation foundations applied to 3D
- Execute foundational animation tests and walk cycles
…and more
Course Format & Structure
- 10-week in-person course with weekly 3-hour sessions
- Instructor-led demonstrations and structured, project-based learning
- Collaborative studio environment with peer critique
- Average class size of 12
- Access to dedicated lab/studio space and campus learning resources
Recommended Experience
- No course requirements
Course Level
Foundational
Tuition
$699 +$25 enrollment fee (Pay-in-Full Option)
Or 3 monthly payments of
$258
+$25 enrollment fee
Total cost: $799 (includes $75 payment plan
fee)
Payments are due monthly.
Enrollment fee is due with first payment installment.
Enrollment fee is due with first payment installment.
Summer Term 2026
Day:
Sun
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Date:
Jul 12, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026
Location:
LECT3
This class will be available to register during
Open Registration. The date and time of this class are subject to change.
Day:
Sun
Time:
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Date:
Jul 12, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026
Location:
LECT3
This class will be available to register during
Open Registration. The date and time of this class are subject to change.
Individual courses are not vocational in nature, do not lead to a certificate/diploma, and are outside
of institutional accreditation.
