Introduction to Computer Animation
The principles of animation are emphasized through lecture and the use of 2D and 3D software tools. Students learn historical perspective, the animation production process and industry trends.

Presented by Sacramento City College.

Program #4
Mon., Oct. 3rd, 6:00-6:53pm

Program #6
Mon., Oct. 3rd, 7:00-7:50pm

Program #7
Thurs., Oct. 6th, 6:00-6:52pm

Program #8
Mon., Oct. 10th, 6:00-6:53pm

Program #9
Mon., Oct. 10th, 7:00-8:10pm
Mon., Oct. 31st, 6:00-7:51pm

Program #10
Mon., Oct. 10th, 6:00-6:52pm

Program #11
Mon., Oct. 17th, 6:00-7:06pm

Program #12
Mon., Oct. 17th, 7:30-8:25pm

Program #13
Thurs., Oct. 20th, 6:00-7:00pm

Program #14
Mon., Oct. 24th, 6:00-6:53pm

Program #15
Mon., Oct. 24th, 7:00-7:53pm

Program #21
Thurs., Oct. 27th, 6:00-6:55pm

7:59-9:00pm

Destination Tomorrow
This 13-part series is designed for educators, parents and lifelong learners by NASA Langley's Office of Education. This educational, informative program builds on the premise that much of NASA's aeronautical research focuses on creating today's knowledge to solve tomorrow's problems.

Program #7
A new satellite developed by NASA called GIFTS or Geostationary Imaging Fourier Transform Spectrometer will revolutionize weather forecasting. The VAD or Ventricular Assist Devise was NASAís invention of the year. This ingenious invention will prolong people's lives stricken with heart disease.  Destination Tomorrow also investigates new technologies derived from flight simulators and current airplane data that will help pilots fly safer. Johnny Alonso finds himself in a 3D environment designed to help astronauts work more efficiently on board the International Space Station.
Mon., Oct. 10th, 8:30-9:00pm

Program #11
NASA researchers are developing Solar Sails for deep space exploration. Our nations Charters of Freedom were slowly deteriorating until NASA researchers stepped in to repair the damage. Destination Tomorrow looks at how the next generation of reusable launch vehicles are being developed.  Retrospective looks back at the NASA 20 foot free flight spin tunnel. Research performed at this tunnel would have a direct impact on virtually every American fighter aircraft from World War 2 through today. And Johnny Alonso finds out exactly how GPS works.
Mon., Oct. 17th, 8:30-9:00pm

Program #14
After years of research and development, the Mars Exploration Rovers have landed and are conducting experiments on the Martian surface; we'll get an update on this amazing achievement. We also reported on new type of catalytic converter that could potentially eliminate pollution in automobiles. Since then this technology has been applied in creative ways. And video games are now assisting doctors in treating ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; we follow up on this stimulating new technology.
Mon., Oct. 24th, 8:00-8:30pm

Program #15
Destination Tomorrow looks at one of Saturn’s most fascinating moons called Titan. Learn about how this moon that has one of the best chances for life to exist in its hazy, thick atmosphere.  NASA is working on a unique technique called Aerobraking to slow spacecraft into orbit around distant planets. And Johnny Alonso finds out how advanced materials including Kevlar can stop a bullet in its tracks.
Mon., Oct. 24th, 8:30-9:00pm

Program #16
On part one of this two part edition of Destination Tomorrow we take a look at Food Technology and how it is used by NASA. We'll find out about packaging and processing food for short and long duration space flights.  And we'll see what types of foods astronauts are enjoying in space.
Mon., Oct. 3rd, 8:00-8:30pm
Mon., Oct. 31st, 8:00-8:30pm

Program #17
On part two of this special two part Destination Tomorrow we take a look at Food Technology and how it is used by NASA. We will see what the future holds for food technology for longer duration missions to planets like Mars.  Plus, Johnny Alonso speaks with Astronaut Mike Foale to find out what it is like to live and eat in space.
Mon., Oct. 3rd, 8:30-9:00pm
Mon., Oct. 31st, 8:30-9:00pm

Program #21
Thurs., Oct. 27th, 7:00-7:30pm

Starting Thursday, October 6th, 2005

Tech Ed 2002

Speeches by Robert Muller & David Cavallo
Thurs., Oct. 6th, 7:00-8:00pm