Course Descriptions

The Course Descriptions catalog describes all undergraduate and graduate courses offered by Michigan State University. The searches below only return course versions Fall 2000 and forward. Please refer to the Archived Course Descriptions for versions prior to Fall 2000.

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TC 847  Three Dimensional Graphics and Simulation

Description:
Design of objects and environments for use as 3-D graphic artwork, computer animation, and real-time, interactive virtual environments including 3-D modeling, texturing, lighting, object animation, human and facial animation, real time interaction design from gaming, simulation, and immersive virtual environments.
Effective Dates:
FS01 - US02


TC 447  Three Dimensional Graphics and Simulation (W)

Description:
Design of objects and environments for use as 3-D graphic artwork, computer animation, and real-time, interactive virtual environments: 3-D modeling, texturing, lighting, object animation, human and facial animation, real time interaction design from gaming, simulation, and immersive virtual environments.
Effective Dates:
FS02 - US05


TC 447  Three Dimensional Graphics Design (W)

Semester:
Spring of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 4   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 2   Lab Hours: 4
Prerequisite:
(TC 346) and completion of Tier I writing requirement
Recommended Background:
A course in basic script writing and programming is required.
Restrictions:
Approval of department; application required.
Description:
Design of objects and environments for use as 3-D graphic artwork, computer animation, and real-time, interactive virtual environments: 3-D modeling, texturing, lighting, object and basic human animation.
Semester Alias:
TC 847
Effective Dates:
FS05 - US08


TC 447  Advanced Three-Dimensional Animation Workshop (W)

Semester:
Spring of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 4   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 2   Lab Hours: 4
Prerequisite:
(TC 347) and completion of Tier I writing requirement
Recommended Background:
TC 437
Restrictions:
Open to juniors or seniors or graduate students in the Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media or in the Design Specialization or approval of department.
Description:
Design of advanced 3D computer graphic animation.
Semester Alias:
TC 847
Effective Dates:
FS08 - US11


TC 447  Advanced Three-Dimensional Animation Workshop (W)

Semester:
Fall of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 1   Lab Hours: 4
Prerequisite:
TC 347 and Completion of Tier I Writing Requirement
Recommended Background:
TC 337
Restrictions:
Open to juniors or seniors or graduate students in the Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media or in the Design Specialization or in the Game Design and Development Specialization or approval of department.
Description:
Design of advanced 3D computer graphic animation.
Effective Dates:
FS11 - US14


TC 447  Advanced Three-Dimensional Animation Workshop (W)

Semester:
Fall of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 1   Lab Hours: 4
Prerequisite:
TC 347 and Completion of Tier I Writing Requirement
Recommended Background:
TC 337
Restrictions:
Open to juniors or seniors or graduate students in the Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media or in the Design Specialization or in the Game Design and Development Specialization or approval of department.
Description:
Design of advanced 3D computer graphic animation.
Effective Dates:
FS14 - US15


MI 447  Three-Dimensional Modeling and Animation Workshop (W)

Semester:
Fall of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 1   Lab Hours: 4
Prerequisite:
(MI 347 or MI 377) and Completion of Tier I Writing Requirement
Recommended Background:
MI 337
Restrictions:
Open to juniors or seniors or graduate students in the Department of Media and Information or in the Game Design and Development Specialization or approval of department.
Description:
Design of advanced three-dimensional models and animation.
Semester Alias:
TC 447
Effective Dates:
FS15 - US16


MI 447  Three-Dimensional Graphics and Animation Portfolio (W)

Semester:
Fall of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 2   Lab Hours: 2
Prerequisite:
(MI 347 or MI 377) and Completion of Tier I Writing Requirement
Recommended Background:
MI 337
Restrictions:
Open to seniors or graduate students in the Department of Media and Information.
Description:
Development of a portfolio of advanced three-dimensional models, animation, and technical art. This course is aimed at students seeking to become computer graphics professionals and want to learn to develop a portfolio and focus their skills on a specific profession or industry.
Semester Alias:
TC 447
Effective Dates:
FS16 - SS18


MI 447  Graphics and Animation Portfolio (W)

Semester:
Fall of every year
Credits:
Total Credits: 3   Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 2   Lab Hours: 2
Prerequisite:
(MI 327 or MI 347 or MI 377) and Completion of Tier I Writing Requirement
Recommended Background:
MI 337
Restrictions:
Open to seniors or graduate students in the Department of Media and Information.
Description:
Development of a portfolio of advanced three-dimensional models, animation, concept design, and technical art to focus skills on a specific profession or industry.
Semester Alias:
TC 447
Effective Dates:
US18 - Open