RESUME

3D Digital Production for Animation & Video Games

​Fall 2020

​I learned the basics of modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, virtual cinematography, and rendering using the industry-standard application, Autodesk Maya. Through weekly tutorials and projects using Maya, I received hands-on, practical experience in the core facets of 3D digital production. Through weekly lectures, group discussions, critical studies reading assignments, and film screenings, I learned the foundational principles of 3D computer graphics, computer animation, and visual storytelling, and gained a broader understanding and appreciation of the cultural and historical contexts that surround the creation and reception of this art form.

Advanced 3D Digital Production

​Spring 2021

In this class, I moved beyond the fundamentals of 3D production and tackled advanced concepts such as complex object and character creation, digital sculpting and painting, keyframed and motion-captured character animation, and more. In addition to production assignments, I learned more about the aesthetics, history, and cultural relevance of computer animation and games through a variety of reading assignments and screenings.

Tech Concepts of Visual Effects

​Spring 2021

This class teaches concepts of computer-generated imagery as it is used in the field of visual effects, and delves into some of the technical underpinnings of the field. While some focus relies on artistic critique and evaluation, most of the emphasis of the class is placed on understanding fundamental concepts of 3d modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and compositing. Those who excel in the visual effects industry are those who have both a strong aesthetic sense coupled with a solid understanding of what the software being used is doing "under the hood." This class, therefore, seeks to stress both aspects of the industry.

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Senior Design I & II

​Fall 2020 & Spring 2021

In the Fall, I primarily used Autodesk Eagle to design a printed circuit board.  I ordered the microchip and PCB and conducted electronics testing on the board while using C++ and assembly languages in MPLAB.  In the Spring, I worked with a small team to use the PCB and Raspberry Pi's to create an electrical landing system for a rocket, which we launched in a NASA competition.

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Computer Architecture

Fall 2020

This course was an introduction to basic architectural concepts that are present in current scalar machines, together with an introduction to assembly language programming, computer arithmetic, and performance evaluation. Commercial computer-aided-design software was used to deepen the understanding of the top-down processor design methodology. MIPS-based assembly language was used.