Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course expands knowledge and understanding of sound in animation. The student knows how different components of sound express animation story, place and character.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 12.10.2020 - 06.05.2021

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Leinonen Tuula

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Leinonen Tuula

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The course explores the theory and practise of animation sound, and how the different sound components express story and characters in animated films.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Reading materials, lectures, film screenings, discussions and deconstructing the soundtrack. Hands-on practical approach focuses on creating innovative animation soundtrack. The student attends a specific Foley-sound workshop.

Workload
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Contact teaching 8 h / cp

    Independent studies 19 h / cp

    Compulsory attendance contact teaching: 80%

DETAILS

Study Material
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Material will be announced on the course pages

Prerequisites
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    bachelor's degree or equivalent