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Adapting Communication Strategies for Diverse Audiences and Channels (Nov 3- 28)
Adapting Communication Strategies for Diverse Audiences and Channels focuses on equipping learners with the skills to tailor communication strategies to effectively engage diverse audiences across multiple platforms. Learners will analyze audience needs, preferences, and cultural contexts to create messages that resonate and foster connection. The Micro also emphasizes adapting communication styles for different channels, such as social media, email, presentations, and print media, ensuring clarity and impact.
After Effects Micro-credential
Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course
In this course, you'll learn the fundamentals of After Effects and how to create simple animation techniques using the software.
You will be introduced to the basic interface, and gain an understanding of how to create compositions, import assets, in addition to learning compositing and colour grading principles. You will also learn basic motion graphics techniques by animating shapes and text, and how to create movement and keyframes alongside an audio track.
About Micros:
- Register & start WHENEVER
- Self paced & learner driven
- No scheduled class
- 3 Months to Finish
Animation Capstone I Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of a course.
The Animation Capstone serves as the culmination of your learning journey through the nine Micro Credentials that make up the Animation Professional Certificate. It provides an opportunity to integrate the skills and knowledge you’ve gained into a professional-level project that demonstrates your expertise in animation. The total project should take approximately 40 student notional hours to complete. Students have three months to submit their final project.
CERAMICS INTERMEDIATE
Instructor: Amy Bouchard
Continue developing your ceramic practice and refine your skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Designed for students who have completed previous ceramics experiences and are ready to take on more complex forms and personal projects. With a focus on improving technique, exploring surface treatments, and experimenting with form and function, you will be encouraged to push your creative boundaries. Glazing and firing processes will be revisited in greater depth, with attention to craftsmanship and finish. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Children's Book Illustration
INSTRUCTOR Shea Proulx
Learn how to professionally illustrate a children’s book, from character development, beginning thumbnail storyboards, to final illustrations. This course will not teach you how to draw but will show you how to take the drawing skills you have and apply them to children’s book illustration. In addition to learning the process and creating your own illustrations, you will also learn about marketing your work and portfolio preparation. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Classical Drawing Techniques
INSTRUCTOR Kelly Isaak
Learn to draw with the precision and observation techniques used by Renaissance artists, and train your eye to capture what you truly see rather than what your mind assumes. Emphasis is on visual analysis, helping you develop step-by-step methods to achieve greater accuracy in proportions, mass, and value. Through focused practice, you’ll deepen your ability to translate your observations into lifelike, representational drawings. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Client Liaison and Relationship Management (Nov 3 - Nov 28)
This Micro Credential is designed to enhance the capabilities of professionals in managing client relationships and fostering effective communication channels. Suitable for individuals across all sectors, this micro-credential focuses on practical strategies and psychological insights that facilitate strong, sustainable client connections. Learners will engage in a variety of assessments including written assignments and a detailed project plan.
Colour Fundamentals
INSTRUCTOR Maedeh Mosaverzadeh
Colour is a powerful tool of communication. Explore the fundamentals of color theory and how it shapes meaning in art and design practices. Through a series of hands-on projects, you will learn to make deliberate colour choices that enhance your message, evoke emotion, and strengthen the impact of your work. Gain a deeper understanding of how to use colour strategically and creatively across disciplines. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Data Visualization | Micro Credential
Note: This course follows an online self-paced format, allowing you 12 weeks to complete all course content from the date of registration. Start/End dates posted are for internal purposes only.
In this course, you'll cover the basic skills and techniques necessary to create attractive and meaningful data visualization graphics for any application.
Learn semiotics, vector creation, basic cartography, data interpretation, data visualization and simplification and how to design easy to read graphics for a wide array of viewers. There will be four projects aimed at furthering your understanding of core concepts and various skills tests throughout. Learners will also gain the ability to perceive how data is being presented to them with a more critical eye. All projects will be reviewed by a qualified assessor who will provide feedback and insights on assignments.
Digital Lab for Animators Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of a course.
In this course, you'll be introduced to software used in digital animation: Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, & Toon Boom Harmony.
Explore the differences between traditional, hand drawn, & digital animation. Learn to use each program on its own and with each other while practicing to use essential tools. Demonstrate mastery of basic skills and technical understanding through exciting projects and have your work evaluated by experts.
About Micros:
- Register & start WHENEVER
- Self paced & learner driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to Finish
Drawing for Animators Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & closing of registration, not the start or end of the course.
Use drawing as a tool of communication as you explore the medium, with an emphasis on obtaining a visual understanding of mass, gesture, the human figure, weight, and balance.
Work through conceptual, aesthetic, and technical approaches for your projects.
About Micros:
- Register and start whenever.
- Self-paced and learner-driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to Finish
Drawing Fundamentals! Feb 2 – Mar 30
INSTRUCTOR Maedeh Mosaverzadeh
Build confidence and core drawing skills through a series of projects designed to sharpen your observation and strengthen your hand-eye coordination. You will focus on the essential elements of drawing—line, shape, value, and composition—and be introduced to a range of media and techniques. Through in class projects you will develop your perceptual abilities, gain a deeper understanding of how to see, interpret, and express the world around you through drawing. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Drawing Fundamentals! Feb 4 – Mar 25
INSTRUCTOR: Zach Schuster
Build confidence and core drawing skills through a series of projects designed to sharpen your observation and strengthen your hand-eye coordination. You will focus on the essential elements of drawing—line, shape, value, and composition—and be introduced to a range of media and techniques. Through in class projects you will develop your perceptual abilities, gain a deeper understanding of how to see, interpret, and express the world around you through drawing. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Effective Communication in Event Planning | Micro Credential
Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.
Effective Communication in Event Planning is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this Micro Credential, learners will explore the steps needed to develop an effective branding and communication strategy to attract a diverse and inclusive audience of event attendees.
This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners up to 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period.
Engaging and Managing Event Partners | Micro Credential
Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.
Engaging and Managing Event Partners is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this Micro Credential, learners will explore the steps needed to establish productive relationships between event teams and partners through an inspiring event planning culture.
This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners up to 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period.
Enterprise and Studio Practices for Animators | Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & close of registration, not the start or end of the course.
Examine professional projects and responsibilities animators may face in their practice, including CV and portfolio assembly, grant writing, project budgeting, and pitch packages.
Cover concepts like festival submissions, contracts, and concerns associated with starting an artistic practice in animation.
About Micros
- Register and start whenever
- Self-paced and learner-driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to finish
Entrepreneur Essentials for Graphic Design | Micro Credential
Note: This course follows an online self-paced format, allowing you 12 weeks to complete all course content from the date of registration. Start/End dates posted are for internal purposes only.
In this course, you'll build on your existing graphic design experience to expand on opportunities in entrepreneurship. Learners will focus on marketing, pricing strategy and execute projects for an effective and sustainable income. This course is designed to equip learners with the materials and tools to effectively run a design practice with hands-on practice that can help build a foundational client base.
About Micros:
- Register and start WHENEVER
- Self paced and learner driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to Finish
Figure Drawing
INSTRUCTOR Nicole Gruszecki
PREREQUISITE: Previous drawing experience
The human figure offers endless inspiration for artists at every level. Work from live models using a range of media to build hands-on studio experience. Develop your skills in gesture drawing, analytical study of form, and creating depth through light and shadow. Focus on mastering perspective, proportion, and diverse drawing techniques to bring the figure to life with accuracy and expression. Please see your course supply list online and come prepared for the first class.