3D modeling & Character Design

This course covers the basic concepts of 3D modeling where
students will build a solid foundation of the basic tools of Autodesk
Maya and Mudbox. Modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering are
introduced, and students will learn how computer graphics can be
created for computer animation films, video games, commercials,
and 3D printing. This is a project-oriented course where students
are exposed to the tools used by computer graphic artists
working in the computer animation, video game, visual effects,
and commercial industry. They will gain the basic knowledge of
production practices and workflow. Semester projects will include
how to design a 3D organic creature for 3D printing, design a hard
surface robot, sculp a digital character to become a metahuman,
and an introduction to 3D animation.