3D Computer Animation

Conestoga College

Program Overview

Program description

Computer animation has evolved to become a major component in the field of animation production and contributes towards shaping content for film, television, games and online applications. As a Conestoga 3D Computer Animation student, you will be actively engaged in all aspects of the production process and understand the requirements associated with the production pipeline. Traditional design, drawing and storytelling skills are enhanced via the latest computer (software/hardware), combined with 3D animation skills and the creation of characters and customized environments contribute towards the creation of unique content that you will incorporate into your portfolio of project work.

Careers

Graduates may find employment in a variety of animation-related industries ranging from designers or animators, to project managers for studios or production companies, regionally, nationally or internationally.

Courses

Anatomy and Life Drawing 解剖学与人体素描
ARTS8010 

Story Development I 故事发展 I
ARTS8020 

Sound Design and Engineering 声音设计与工程
ARTS8030 

Conestoga 101 康尼斯托加101
CON0101 

Animation Methodologies I 动画方法论 I
DSGN8030 

Environmental Constructs 环境构建
DSGN8040 

Safety in the Workplace 工作场所安全
OHS1320 

Story Development II 故事发展 II
ARTS8040 

Directed Project – Lab 指导项目 – 实验室
ARTS8050

Character Design 角色设计
DSGN8050

Animation Methodologies II 动画方法论 II
DSGN8060 

Portfolio Development and Presentation 作品集开发与展示
ETR8100 

Electives: Program Option 选修课:课程选项

Student must pass one course, selected in the Student Portal from available course options学生必须选择的一门课程。

Project with Community Involvement 社区参与项目
ARTS8060 

Field Placement (3D Computer Animation) 实地实习(3D 电脑动画)
FPLT8000 

 

Admission Requirements

  • A two- or three-year diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university in a related field OR a minimum of three to five (3 to 5) years of related full-time formal work experience
  • Preference may be given to applicants from traditional design/illustration programs as well as programs within the fields of media and design such as graphic design, web design, interactive design, broadcast media/technologies, or where course work included the equivalent.
  • Related full-time formal experience may include positions as illustrators, artists, graphic designers, web designers, interactive designers, or in the field of broadcast media/technologies or equivalent. Such applicants must provide a resume and work-related references

Programs Details

Program Code : 1391

Credential : Post Secondary Diploma (1-year)

Duration : 1 year (2 academic terms) weeks

Intakes - Open

Sept 2026

Tuition Fee

  • Kitchener-Doon Campus $19150.69  CAD / Year
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