ACCAD 5001 Animation Techniques and Practices - 3 cr.

Class #: 25810(Undergrad)
Class #: 25809(Grad)
Days and Times: Mon/Wed; 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Location: Hopkins Hall, Rm 354
Instructor: Benny Zelkowicz

Description: The course introduces the principles of animation as fundamental knowledge in animation filmmaking. Students will learn how to apply these concepts in the creation of their own short animations. The course will provide a practical understanding of various animation techniques while exploring a variety of tools ranging from the traditional to contemporary.

ACCAD 5001 Animation Techniques and Practices - 3 cr.

Class #: 26324(Undergrad)
Class #: 26323(Grad)
Days and Times: Mon/Wed; 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Location: Hopkins Hall, Rm 354
Instructor: Benny Zelkowicz

Description: The course introduces the principles of animation as fundamental knowledge in animation filmmaking. Students will learn how to apply these concepts in the creation of their own short animations. The course will provide a practical understanding of various animation techniques while exploring a variety of tools ranging from the traditional to contemporary.

ACCAD 5002 3D Computer Animation: Form, Light and Motion I - 3 cr.

Class #: 37204(Undergrad)
Class #: 37203(Grad)
Days and Times: Wed/Fri; 1:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: Kyoung Lee Swearingen

Description: Overview of 3D computer animation components and stages of production. Prereq: 5001 for students enrolled in the MIP (Moving Image Production) program; and Graduate standing for Graduate Section.

ACCAD 5002 3D Computer Animation: Form, Light and Motion I - 3 cr.

Class #: 18764(Undergrad)
Class #: 18763(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 1:00 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: Chris Meerdo

Description: Overview of 3D computer animation components and stages of production. Prereq: 5001 for students enrolled in the MIP (Moving Image Production) program; and Graduate standing for Graduate Section.

ACCAD 5100 Concept Development - 3 cr.

Class #: 28387(Undergrad)
Class #: 28386(Grad)
Days and Times: Mon/Wed; 9:35 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.
Location: TBD
Instructor: Benny Zelkowicz

Description: Methods for developing concepts for time-based media through the cultivation of ideas and problem-solving strategies. Storyboarding, composition, editing and sound principles will be explored.

ACCAD 5102 Programming Concepts and Applications for Artists & Designers - 3 cr.

Class #: 25011(Undergrad)
Class #: 25010(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 9:35 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: TBD

Description: Fundamental programming concepts useful to artists and designers for creating algorithmic-based graphics and graphics tools.

ACCAD 5102 Programming Concepts and Applications for Artists & Designers - 3 cr.

Class #: 29504(Undergrad)
Class #: 29500(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 11:10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: TBD

Description: Fundamental programming concepts useful to artists and designers for creating algorithmic-based graphics and graphics tools.

ACCAD 5104 Interactive Animation - 3 cr.

Class #: 29721(Undergrad)
Class #: 29720(Grad)
Days and Times: Wed/Fri; 9:35 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: Kyoung Lee Swearingen

Description: This course introduces students to advanced techniques for creating interactive animation using real-time 3D rendering software and a suite of 3D applications. Topics include narrative structure, cinematography for interactive media, asset integration, sound design and collaboration practices. Students will conduct hands-on exercises and participate in discussions and project-based learning. Prerequisites: ACCAD 5002 Computer Animation I, DESIGN 4104/ACCAD 6002 Computer Game Art and Design I, or instructor’s permission.

ACCAD 5141 Interactive Arts Media II: UI/UX - 3 cr.

Class #: 29502(Undergrad)
Class #: 29501(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 5:30 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: TBD

Description: In this course students will learn the processes of concept development for an interactive mobile application. Students will gain exposure to the methods involved in designing and crafting a user interface that is both usable in a utilitarian sense but also provides a cohesive, subjectively satisfying experience that in turn motivates the user to repeatedly utilize the application.

ACCAD 5141 Interactive Arts Media II: UI/UX - 3 cr.

Class #: 18754(Undergrad)
Class #: 18753(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 3:55 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 349A
Instructor: Jeremy Patterson

Description: In this course students will learn the processes of concept development for an interactive mobile application. Students will gain exposure to the methods involved in designing and crafting a user interface that is both usable in a utilitarian sense but also provides a cohesive, subjectively satisfying experience that in turn motivates the user to repeatedly utilize the application.

ACCAD 5150 Emerging Trends in Data Visualization - 3 cr.

Class #: 26369(Undergrad)
Class #: 26368(Grad)
Days and Times: Wed; 6:00 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.
Location: Online only
Instructor: Joshua McClurg-Genevese

Description: This course enables students to explore new and emerging visualization approaches, topics and trends in visualization research and their applications. Students will research, write about, create, and experience visualization trends.

ACCAD 5301 Devising Experiential Media - 3 cr.

Undergraduate Section
Lecture Class #: 26348
Lab Class #: 26349

Graduate Section
Lecture Class #: 26326
Lab Class #: 26327

Lecture: Tuesdays; 12:40 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.
Lab: Thursdays; 12:40 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rms 347AB and 350
Instructor: Alex Oliszewski

Description: This course focuses on the creation of interactive and responsive spaces through the design of experiential media systems within the context of their underlying history, methodology, technology, and theory. Using a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach, students create hybrid digital-physical experiences which investigate the application of the technology used in experiential media design. Graded. Prereq: Graduate standing for Graduate Section.

ACCAD 5500 Integrated Tech Lab: Coding Real-Time Visuals - 3 cr.

Class #: 28616(Undergrad)
Class #: 26808(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 3:55 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 347AB
Instructor: Chris Coleman

Description: This course is focused on creating visuals using real-time systems. Emphasis is placed on formal elements such as color, composition, and motion, as well as emotional impact and relationship to any input data. Inputs might include audio, MIDI, movement, datasets and cameras. Video outputs might include procedural geometry, manipulated video, and moving design elements. Applications include environmental projections, visuals for concerts, emergent textures for games, and real-time data visualizations. Emphasis is placed on designing and composing visuals that evolve over time. Students will work on both individual projects and small group projects.

ACCAD 5500 Integrated Tech Lab: Introduction to Spatial Audio - 3 cr.

Class #: 37278(Undergrad)
Class #: 37281(Grad)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rms 347AB and 349B
Instructor: Jean-Yves Munch

Description: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to immersive audio, covering its history, core technologies, and contemporary post-production tools. Students will explore immersive microphone technologies and their characteristics, strengthening their understanding through structured critical listening exercises. The course also introduces essential DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) principles using Cockos Reaper and the open-source IEM (Institute of Electronic Music and Acoustics) plugin suite.

ACCAD 5500 Integrated Tech Lab: Creating Immersive Media for Fulldome Environments - 3 cr.

Class #: 18765(Undergrad)
Class #: 37280(Grad)
Days and Times: Wed/Fri; 9:35 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 347AB
Instructors: Maria Palazzi and Dr.Wayne Schlingman

Description: This course immerses students in the captivating world of fulldome media creation, focusing on both the technical and creative aspects of producing content for dome projection systems. Students will explore how Ohio State’s Arne Slettebak Planetarium system works, learning the intricacies of dome projectors, immersive soundscapes, and spatial visualizations.

ACCAD 5500 Integrated Tech Lab: Community-Engaged Design - 3 cr.

Class #: 37279 (Undergrad)
Class #: 37282 (Grad)
Days and Times: Mon; 2:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Sullivant Hall, Rm 347AB
Instructor: Shadrick Kueth

Description: This interdisciplinary course explores community-engaged design through collaborative partnerships with local community organizations. Students from multiple disciplines work alongside community partners to identify opportunities, conduct research, and develop creative interventions through art, design, and technology. By the end of the course, students will have experience with participatory design, ethical community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration while addressing real-world community challenges.

ACCAD 6003 Computer Game Art II - 3 cr.

Class #: 18755(Grad only)
Days and Times: Tues/Thurs; 12:45 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.
Location: Hayes Hall, Rm 330
Instructor: Scott Swearingen

Description: Advanced topics for design and production of both fun and serious games including networked multiplayer and mobile devices.

Note: This course is combined with DESIGN 4154 Intermediate Game Design II for undergraduate students.