COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
3D Animation in Computer Games
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
SE 432
Fall/Spring
3
0
3
5
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives The aim of this module is to provide the student with the ability to create and critically evaluate 3D animations in computer games for various gaming platforms.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • will be able to use game trees in computer games
  • will be able to implement movement algorithms in computer games
  • will be able to use path finding algorithms in computer games
  • will be able to implement tactical and strategic AI in computer games
  • will be able to adapt learning and decision making algorithms in computer games
Course Description In this course, students learn 3D animation techniques for computer games.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
X
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 Introduction to 3D animation BAF-Introduction
2 Basics of animation BAF-AnimationEditors
3 Intoduction to animation tools in 3D softwares BAF-AnimationEditors2
4 Timing and spacing BAF-BouncingBall
5 Project meeting None
6 Armature animation BAF-Rigify
7 Walk Cycle BAF-WalkCycle1
8 Walk Cycle BAF-WalkCycle2
9 Run Cycle BAF-RunCycle
10 Flexibility and Anticipation BAF-FK-IK
11 Project meeting
12 Animating using references BAF-MakingPoses
13 Animating using references BAF-PoseToPoseWorkflow
14 Project meeting
15 Project presentations
16 Review of the Semester
Course Notes/Textbooks Beorn Leonard, Blender Animation Fundamentals (BAF) DVD set, 2012. https://cgcookie.com/archive/blender-animation-fundamentals/
Suggested Readings/Materials

Course slides and internet resources

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
40
Presentation / Jury
Project
1
60
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
Final Exam
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
100
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
16
2
32
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
25
Presentation / Jury
Project
1
45
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
Final Exams
    Total
150

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Industrial Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve Industrial Engineering problems.

X
2

To be able to identify, formulate and solve complex Industrial Engineering problems by using state-of-the-art methods, techniques and equipment; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to analyze a complex system, process, device or product, and to design with realistic limitations to meet the requirements using modern design techniques. 

X
4

To be able to choose and use the required modern techniques and tools for Industrial Engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies efficiently.

X
5

To be able to design and do simulation and/or experiment, collect and analyze data and interpret the results for investigating Industrial Engineering problems and Industrial Engineering related research areas.

X
6

To be able to work efficiently in Industrial Engineering disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively; to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions

X
8

To have knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of Industrial Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to be aware of the legal consequences of Industrial Engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge of the standards used in Industrial Engineering practice.

10

To have knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to be aware of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

X
11

To be able to collect data in the area of Industrial Engineering; to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.

X
12

To be able to speak a second foreign at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Industrial Engineering.

X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest