MCCCD Program Description

Cartooning Methods

Course: ADA109

First Term: 2018 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T

Description: Production of cartoon drawing suitable for reproduction and submission to publishers. Introduction to greeting card design, editorial cartooning, comic strips and other uses of cartoons

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. List and define basic cartoon terminology and describe goal setting for cartooning. (I) 2. Identify basic cartoon drawing tools and describe the process of selection. (II) 3. Demonstrate proper use and care of materials and equipment. (II) 4. Employ cartoon techniques to design a series of cartoon characters. (II,III) 5. Identify stereotypes and body language associated with cartooning and describe the uses and the taboos related to each. (III) 6. Demonstrate understanding of layout and ability to use a defined space in an organized manner. (IV) 7. Produce an original cartoon series using materials and techniques appropriate for the design. (II-IV) 8. Employ animation techniques to move cartoon characters in limited sequence. (V) 9. Identify, describe, and evaluate current trends and opportunities in cartooning. (VI) 10. Develop a cartoon marketing plan based upon the cartoonist`s goals and market opportunities. (VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Introduction to Cartooning A. Terminology B. Definitions C. Goal Setting II. Tools, Materials, and Techniques A. Industry Standards B. Drawing Tools 1. Selection 2. Techniques 3. Care C. Drawing Surfaces D. Light Tables III. Design and Creation of Cartoon Characters A. Head 1. Construction 2. Movement in Space B. Anatomy 1. Construction 2. Movement in Space C. Stereotypes and Body Language 1. Uses 2. Taboos IV. Cartoon Panels and Pages A. Layout and Focal Point 1. Read Direction 2. Tonal Cues 3. Line and Texture 4. Balance B. Perspective 1. One Point 2. Two Point 3. Three Point 4. Bird`s Eye Vs Worm`s Eye C. Dialogue 1. Types Styles 2. Balloons V. Animation A. Sequencing B. Vocalizing C. Timing D. Charting E. Storyboard Construction VI. Cartoon Trends and Opportunities A. Comic Books and Fantagraphics B. Greeting Cards C. Advertising D. Animated Cartoon E. Books and Magazines 1. Cartoons 2. Illustration F. Newspapers 1. Editorial Cartoons 2. Editorial Illustrations G. Public and Private Schools VII. Marketing A. Markets 1. Local 2. National B. Sources and Networks C. Packaging D. Portfolio

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 6/27/1995

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.