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2025-2026 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

CINE 347 - Introduction to Visual Effects

(3 units)

Prerequisites: CINE 415 or CINE 272 with “C” or better; CINE Postproduction or General Studies CINE sub-plan; Junior or Senior standing.
An introduction to the techniques and concepts involved in creating computer generated visual effects. Basic compositing concepts including matte painting, tracking, keying, roto, and simple animation in order to enhance live action film with both photoreal and stylized imagery are covered.  

Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture activity) Not repeatable for credit.