Adam Mechtley, (November 2011), Maya Python for Games and Film: A Complete Reference for Maya Python and Maya Python API, Morgan Kaufmann

Mark Lutz (Sept 2009) Learning Python: Powerful Object-Oriented Programming (4th Edition), O'Reilly Media

Kevin Mannens (March 2009) Professional MEL Solutions for Production, Wordware Publishing Inc

The module will be delivered using a combination of lectures, demonstrations and supervised tutorials in 2 hour periods. The majority of the work will be of a practical nature and students are expected to use their independent study time to consolidate this work.

1x1 Hour Laboratory per week
1x1 Hour Lecture per week

This module is intended to enable students to become familiar with the scripting languages that underpin the 3D applications used in visual effects

Students will cover the following topics:

- The data flow model
- Nodes
- Functions
- Attributes
- Object Oriented Programming
- Error catching and debugging

Coursework weighted at 100% comprising of:-

Creation of a commented script that automates a process within a 3D Application assessing learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3

Prior study of CE70034-4 Introduction to CGI or equivalent

Maya
PyQt
Suitable integrated development environment