B.A. (Multimedia-Animation)

Program Overview

The aim of the bachelor animation course in Mumbai offered by RSACE is to make students self-reliant, equipping them with artistic skills, technical knowledge, and a thorough understanding of animation tools and concepts. Unlike 2D animations, which are more superficial, 3D animations add depth, realism, and detail to characters and environments.
The program begins with art and design, where students learn the basics of drawing using pencil and paper. From there, students move on to using various software to master animation skills. Beyond drawing and character designing, students gain experience in modeling, rendering, texture, and lighting, which bring depth and vibrancy to animations. Virtual cameras are used to adjust focus, resize, and zoom, helping bring characters to life.

Program Objective

The bachelor 3D animation course in Mumbai at Ramesh Sippy Academy Of Cinema And Entertainment (RSACE) is designed to equip students for successful careers in the visual arts. With the animation industry thriving, there are numerous job opportunities in areas such as feature films, television shows, advertising, and more. The skills acquired in this course are also valuable across various sectors, including business, sales, engineering, and education. Additionally, industries like fashion design, interior design, medical, legal, and insurance increasingly rely on animations for their presentations and models.

RSACE’s program is designed to produce skilled computer graphic artists who can excel at any level. By emphasizing art, design, and foundational animation skills, students will be prepared to take on diverse projects and industries.

Key Highlights

Emphasis on art and design, using pencil and paper to master foundational skills of animation.
Introduction to various software and techniques including modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering.
Focus on creating computer graphic artists who can perform at any level.
Internship and placement opportunities with well-known animation & VFX studios.
Training and assistance in building portfolios, show-reels, and resumes.

Eligibility Criteria

Career Options

After completing a course in animation, there is an ocean of opportunity for the students to choose and work from. Students can have some flexibility to choose a career in television, film and video games. Some of the careers options are:

Pre-production Artist
Storyboard Artist
Matte Painting artist
Layout Artist
2D Animator
3D Modeler
Texturing Artist
Animatics

Character animator
3D VFX Artist
Lighting Artist
Rendering Artist
Production Coordinator
Short film maker
Editor
3D Printing

Introduction

Animation, a sequence of images that creates the illusion of motion, has emerged as a significant industry in India. Renowned for its original content and popular shows like Chota Bheem, Little Krishna, Delhi Safari, and Arjun, India has evolved into a hub of creative talent rather than just an outsourcing destination. Combining entertainment with technology, animation encompasses design, drawing, layout, and the production of graphically rich multimedia clips.

Time and space play crucial roles in animation, providing a framework for storytelling. Those with a flair for drawing and creativity can find rewarding careers in this dynamic field. An animator’s responsibilities include script analysis, character understanding, storyboarding, character design, and background creation, employing technical methodologies to produce stunning visuals. The bachelor 3D animation course in Mumbai offers students the skills needed to thrive in this evolving landscape, preparing them for diverse opportunities in the animation industry. With a focus on both artistic and technical aspects, students can develop their unique style while mastering industry-standard tools and techniques.

Curriculum

Semester I

Subject Table

Paper	Subject Name	Internal	External	Marks	Credit
1	Communication – 01	75	25	100	5
2	Previsualization – Art & Design	75	25	100	6
3	Design Thinking &Pre Production	75	25	100	6
4	Visual & Verbal Story telling	75	25	100	5
1.5	Fundementals of Film Making	75	25	100	7
Total				500	29

Semester II

Subject Table

Paper	Subject Name	Internal	External	Marks	Credit
6	Communication – 02	75	25	100	5
7	Character Development & Behavioral Science	75	25	100	5
8	Introduction to Photography	75	25	100	5
9	Motion Graphics (Adobe After Effects)	75	25	100	5
10	Project Submission	100	00	100	7
Total				500	27

Semester III

Subject Table

Paper	Subject Name	Internal	External	Marks	Credit
11	Animation Preproduction	75	25	100	5
12	Character Design & Development	75	25	100	5
13	Backgrounds & Layout (Toon Boom Harmony)	75	25	100	5
14	Storyboard & Animatics (Toon Boom Harmony)	75	25	100	5
15	Classical Animation (Adobe Flash)	75	25	100	5
Total				500	25

Semester IV

Subject Table

Paper	Subject Name	Internal	External	Marks	Credit
16	Digital Art – Part 01 (Adobe Photoshop)	75	25	100	5
17	Digital 2D Part 01 (Adobe Photoshop)	75	25	100	5
18	Digital 2D Part 02 (Adobe Photoshop)	75	25	100	5
19	Fundamentals of 3D (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	5
20	3D Asset Development (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	8
Total				500	28

Semester V

Subject Table

Paper	Subject Name	Internal	External	Marks	Credit
21	Digital Art Part 02 (Adobe Photoshop)	75	25	100	5
22	Advanced Character Modeling (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	5
23	Fundamentals of Animation (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	5
24	Rigging (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	5
25	Character Animation (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	8
Total				500	28

Semester VI

Subject Table

Paper	Subject Name	Internal	External	Marks	Credit
26	Technical Animation (Effects) (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	5
27	Lighting & Rendering (Autodesk Maya)	75	25	100	8
28	Compositing 01 (Nuke)	75	25	100	3
29	Advanced CGI Compositing & Editing (Nuke)	75	25	100	3
30	Graduation Film	200	00	200	8
Total				600	27