Module #1 Introduction to 3D Animation and Motion Graphics Overview of the industry, history, and applications of 3D animation and motion graphics
Module #2 Foundations of 3D Modeling Basic principles of 3D modeling, including points, edges, and faces
Module #3 3D Modeling Tools and Software Introduction to popular 3D modeling software such as Blender, Maya, and 3ds Max
Module #4 Understanding 3D Space and Coordinate Systems Coordinate systems, axis, and grid systems in 3D space
Module #5 Creating 3D Objects from Scratch Hands-on practice creating simple 3D objects using various tools and techniques
Module #6 Working with 3D Meshes Understanding and working with 3D meshes, including extrusions, sweeps, and lofts
Module #7 Texturing and Materials Introduction to texturing and materials, including UV unwrapping and mapping
Module #8 Lights and Lighting Understanding lighting principles, types of lights, and lighting techniques
Module #9 Animation Fundamentals Keyframe animation, movement, and timing principles
Module #10 Animation in 3D Space Understanding animation in 3D space, including rotation, scale, and translation
Module #11 Character Animation Introduction to character animation, including walk cycles, run cycles, and gestures
Module #12 Motion Graphics Fundamentals Introduction to motion graphics, including typography, layout, and visual storytelling
Module #13 Designing for Motion Design principles for motion graphics, including color, composition, and timing
Module #14 Working with Video and Audio Importing, editing, and syncing video and audio in motion graphics projects
Module #15 Advanced 3D Animation Techniques Particle systems, dynamics, and simulations in 3D animation
Module #16 Advanced Motion Graphics Techniques Advanced motion graphics techniques, including advanced lighting, materials, and compositing
Module #17 Project Development and Management Developing and managing projects, including storyboarding, scheduling, and budgeting
Module #18 Rendering and Output Rendering options, formats, and output settings for 3D animation and motion graphics
Module #19 Visual Effects and Compositing Introduction to visual effects and compositing, including green screen, tracking, and rotoscoping
Module #20 Final Project Development Guided development of a final project, incorporating skills learned throughout the course
Module #21 Visual Storytelling and Narrative Exploring visual storytelling and narrative techniques in 3D animation and motion graphics
Module #22 Collaboration and Workflow Best practices for collaborating with others, including workflow, communication, and project management
Module #23 Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies Exploring current trends and emerging technologies in 3D animation and motion graphics
Module #24 Career Development and Portfolio Building Building a portfolio, creating a demo reel, and developing a career in 3D animation and motion graphics
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in 3D Animation and Motion Graphics career
