Module #1 Introduction to 3D Animation and Visual Effects Overview of the industry, job roles, and applications of 3D animation and VFX in film, TV, and other media
Module #2 Foundations of 3D Modeling Basic concepts of 3D modeling, including vertices, edges, faces, and mesh topology
Module #3 3D Modeling Tools and Software Introduction to industry-standard 3D modeling software, such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max
Module #4 Understanding 3D Space and Coordinates Coordinate systems, axes, and transformations in 3D space
Module #5 Polygon Modeling Fundamentals Creating and manipulating polygons, including extrusions, loops, and subdividing
Module #6 Curve and Surface Modeling Using curves and surfaces to create complex shapes and models
Module #7 UV Unwrapping and Texturing Understanding UV coordinates, unwrapping, and applying textures to 3D models
Module #8 Introduction to Animation Principles The 12 basic principles of animation, including squash and stretch, timing, and anticipation
Module #9 Keyframe Animation Creating animations using keyframes, including setting up scenes and animating objects
Module #10 Constraints and Kinematics Using constraints and kinematics to create realistic character movements and interactions
Module #11 Physics and Dynamics Simulating real-world physics and dynamics in 3D animations
Module #12 Character Rigging and Skinning Creating character rigs and skinning systems for realistic character animation
Module #13 Lighting Fundamentals Understanding light sources, types, and properties, including color, intensity, and shadows
Module #14 Lighting for Mood and Atmosphere Using lighting to create mood, atmosphere, and depth in 3D scenes
Module #15 Visual Effects Basics Introduction to visual effects, including particle systems, explosions, and fire simulations
Module #16 Compositing and Node-Based Compositing Combining 3D elements with live-action footage, and using node-based compositing software
Module #17 Advanced Visual Effects Techniques Creating complex VFX, including water, smoke, and hair simulations
Module #18 Rendering and Output Setting up renderers, understanding render settings, and outputting final images and videos
Module #19 Motion Graphics and Title Design Creating motion graphics, titles, and credits for film and TV productions
Module #20 3D Animation for Architectural Visualization Using 3D animation and VFX for architectural visualization and real estate marketing
Module #21 3D Animation for Product Visualization Using 3D animation and VFX for product visualization and advertising
Module #22 Storyboarding and Pre-Production Developing storyboards, scripts, and concept art for 3D animation and VFX projects
Module #23 Project Management and Collaboration Working with teams, setting up projects, and managing production pipelines
Module #24 Career Development and Portfolio Building Creating a portfolio, building a personal brand, and developing a career in 3D animation and VFX
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in 3D Animation and Visual Effects career
