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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Synfig Studio or Synfig is an open-source, 2D vector graphics software, supported by Windows OS, Linux, and Mac OSX. This timeline-based animation programme allows the user to create high-quality 2D animations without engaging many resources or people. The Online Course in Synfig will equip learners with the skills and methodologies to use this industrial-grade tool and create film-quality animations via bitmap artwork and vectors.

The Synfig certification by Swayam will teach the candidates skills like how to transform a vector into animation and create animated graphics using over 50 layers like geometric, distortion, fractal, gradients, transformations, and filters. Besides, Synfig can also render video formats like MPEG, AVI, and Theora, and animated graphics formats, including GIF and MNG.

Additionally, the candidates who enrol for the Synfig certification by Swayam will get detailed instructions about how to download, install and run Synfig on their machine. Further, the course tutorials follow an audio-visual format to enhance retention, and the entire curriculum comprises 12 such videos. The candidates’ learning will be aided by practical work, regular practice, and assignments. Upon completion, enabling them to pursue employment in esteemed companies.

The Highlights

Audio-video tutorials
Self-paced modules
Self-explanatory videos
Undergraduate/postgraduate-level
Multidisciplinary category
Assignments for self-assessment
Professional faculty
References and books
Learner-centered curriculum
Four-week course

Programme Offerings

Self-paced learning
Audio-Video Tutorials
assignment per tutorial
practice based
Industry-oriented programme
Detailed Instructions

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	IIT Bombay

What you will learn

Animation skills

After completing the Synfig certification syllabus, the candidates will have gained knowledge about:

Transforming vector shapes into animation
Creating film-quality animations using Synfig
Making good quality, complex animations
Creating cutout animations
Learn different layer types (geometric, gradients, filters, distortions, transformations, fractals, etc.
Use full-featured bone system to create cutout animation
Use bitmap images or control your vector artwork.
Use an additional Skeleton Distortion layer to apply complex

Who it is for

Animator

The Synfig programme by Swayam is perfect for students of high schools, graduates, and postgraduates who want to learn animation in a short period. Animators and other artists who have an interest in this field can also benefit from this programme.

Admission Details

Step 1. If you want to pursue the course in Synfig by Swayam, then click on the following link to register: https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/aic20_sp40/preview.

Step 2. After going through the course details, select the ‘join’ option or the ‘Sign up/Register’ button given at the top of the page.

Step 3. Next, you need to register at Swayam. For this, you can either create a new Swayam account by entering your credentials or log in using Facebook, Google, or Microsoft ID.

Step 4. These steps will complete your registration, and you can begin learning.

Application Details

To register as a candidate in the Online Synfig Certification by Swayam, you do not need to fill a separate application form. All you have to do is create a Swayam account or link it to any of the platforms mentioned above, and you can start the online programme.

The Syllabus

Instructors

IIT Bombay Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Can I avail of a scholarship for this course?

No, scholarships are not available for this online course.

2: What are the features of Synfig Studio?

There are multiple features of Synfig. The Synfig online course discusses its features like using various layers, bone systems, bitmap images, Skeleton distortion layer, creating character puppets, and more.

3: Who are the instructors for this Synfig online course?

The audio-video tutorials are contributed by Arthi Anbalagan, Saurabh Gadgil, and Shital Joshi from the Spoken Tutorial Project Team. The tutorials are supported by IIT Bombay’s Nancy Varkey.

4: How can I download Synfig Studio on my Windows laptop?

Swayam provides detailed instructions on how to download and install the programme on your Windows or Mac OS. You can access the instruction sheet for the Synfig certification course here: https://spoken-tutorial.org/media/videos/86/Synfig-Instruction-Sheet-English.pdf.

5: How long would it take me to complete the Synfig training course?

The course has a duration of 4 weeks or one month.