CUAANM511 — Create 3D digital character animations

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What an assessment for CUAANM511 must cover

41 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 9 performance evidence and 6 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Clarify work requirements

1.1Determine requirements and purpose for 3D digital character animation with reference to production documentation
1.2Identify and plan for workflow sequences and production deadlines, in consultation with required personnel
1.3Select software that best suits the type of production and delivery platform for which 3D digital character animations are being created

2 Prepare to create 3D digital character animations

2.1Gather and analyse reference materials for character animation
2.2Determine animation techniques using animation models
2.3Identify and develop skills with the controls of character rigs
2.4Analyse audio supplied for animations as required
2.5Create thumbnail sketches of key poses
2.6Act out actions and facial expressions, and record timing of actions for later reference
2.7Select the most suitable combination of animation techniques

3 Create 3D digital character animations

3.1Animate first pass, applying animation principles and experimenting with techniques to produce required creative effects
3.2Submit first pass to required personnel for feedback
3.3Adjust as required and refine animation in passes until production requirements are met
3.4Animate facial features and lip-syncing to match audio and design requirements
3.5Create secondary animations as required
3.6Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using computer screens and keyboards for extended periods of time

4 Finalise animations

4.1Submit final character animations in agreed output format to required personnel by agreed deadline
4.2Make back-up copies of files, and save and store animations using appropriate output file formats and standard naming conventions
4.3Participate in project evaluations and contribute ideas and suggestions about ways to improve future projects

Performance evidence

create at least two 3D digital character animations.
simulate physical gestures, expressions and actions
lip-sync facial features with audio
meet production requirements
use acting techniques to capture movement and facial expressions to apply to animated characters
select and apply various animation techniques in character creation
select and use proficiently required animation software to create animated characters
save and store animations in required file formats using industry naming conventions
adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for extended periods of time.

Knowledge evidence

strategies to address typical challenges when creating character animations
animation techniques and principles as applied to the creation of 3D digital characters, including: - correct use of timing and weight - squash and stretch - movement in arcs - anticipation and follow-through - overlapping action and exaggeration
contribution of acting techniques in the design of facial expressions and body movements in animated characters
required file formats and standard naming conventions
strategies to evaluate projects to improve future projects
work health and safety requirements relating to working at screens and keyboards for extended periods of time.

Foundation skills

Oral communication: Contributes to discussions using clear language and effective listening and questioning techniques
Reading: Interprets and analyses textual information for production requirements
Writing: Documents task requirements, workflow sequences and timings in appropriate format Names files using standard naming conventions
Planning and organising: Plans, organises and implements tasks and monitors progress to ensure character development and production adheres to requirements
Self-management: Follows organisational procedures when managing files and directories Takes responsibility for satisfying work health and safety requirements Evaluates work to identify opportunities for improvement
Teamwork: Presents drafts using appropriate communication practices and protocols Refine ideas and discusses project outcomes in collaboration with others
Technology: Uses digital tools to develop 3D character animations for different productions and delivery platforms

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What does an assessment tool for CUAANM511 need to cover?

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