Flash - Introduction

Flash - Introduction


Who is this course for?
Graphic designers who wish to incorporate animation into their work.

What previous knowledge/experience are required?
Students should have knowledge using a Macintosh, opening, saving and retrieving files. Also knowledge of Photoshop, using layers and basic drawing tools.

What is the level of the course?
Introduction level.

What will the course cover and what can I expect to do by the end of it?
The ten week course will provide students with a basic understanding of Flash; how to animate graphics and movie clips, create movie files and view them in a web browser. The Flash Layout - the stage / panel sets / the timeline / using layers and folders / the library Using keyframes Animating a symbol Animating a shope Animating with a guideline Making buttons Using images Making movie clips Creating scenes Adding sounds Creating movie projectors / html / swf files for export Each student will work with his or her own computer. Smartboard interactive demos, step by step instruction, supervised practical work and reference notes.

What teaching and learning methods will be used on the course?
Smartboard demonstrations, 1 to 1 support, handouts, individual and group tasks and project work supported with verbal and written feedback.

How will we assess your progress on the course?
As well as continuous feedback from your tutor, you will be handing in specific pieces of work which you will achieve during the course. This is portfolio building rather than exams.

What type of qualification will passing this course give me?
This is a level 2 WMC accreditation.

What extra study/practice do we expect you to do outside the class?
Students need to commit to making time outside of class to practice; at home or in the college using the Mac and G5 Server facilities. You are able to access your work from the server if you are practicing in the college. You may also take resource materials.

What can I do after completing this course?
Dreamweaver & Web design.

Are there any other costs? (e.g. materials, equipment or books I need to buy before or during the course)
Pens, paper and a folder to keep handouts.