3D Jumpstart
₦60,000
Duration: 2 weeks
Software: Autodesk Maya
Time: 12pm -3pm
Mentorship: 1 month free
Level: Beginner
Get started in 3D animation in just 2 weeks.
For students new to 3D, this 3d Animation Jumpstart course for beginners will jumpstart your career. This course focuses on the basics of 3D computer graphics using Autodesk Maya. Students are introduced to 3d philosophy and the Maya interface, as well as 3D modelling, texturing, lighting, and basic rendering. Skills learnt will be applied in creating simple objects and 3D logos. The course is devoted to instruction and homework, with one-on-one help from the instructor. The final two days will be devoted to your personal project. Click on the button below to download the course brochure for all the details about cost, duration, timing, course outline, etc.
Course Outline
Introduction to 3D Animation & Autodesk Maya
- Course Introduction
- Overview of 3D Animation
- Getting started with Autodesk Maya
- Understanding the Maya Interface
- Maya workspaces and Viewports
- Navigation in Maya
- Maya Viewport – Selecting, hiding and showing objects
- Grouping/Duplicating
- Shading modes: wireframe, shaded, textured, lit views
- Setting up a project
Basic Modelling In Maya
- Introduction to 3D Modeling
- Working with Primitives
- Transformation Tools: Move, Rotate, Scale
- Introduction to the Attribute Editor and Channel Box
- Object History
- Combining and separating Polygons
- Understanding Vertices, Edges, and Faces
- Curve Tools, Revolving
Advanced 3D Modeling Techniques
- Controlling Surface Quality Using Mainly Polygon Modelling Tools
- Split Polygon
- Using the Extrude, Bevel, and Bridge Functions
- Quads vs Triangles or n-Gons Poly Count and good Topology
- Understanding Boolean Operations
- Sculpting Tools
- Modelling Practice: Create Simple 3D Objects (toys, cups, spoons, chairs, tables, house, etc.)
Working with UVs
- Introduction to UV
- 3D Planar, Cylindrical, Spherical and Automatic mapping technique
- Basic UV Unwrapping
- Manipulating UVs: Cut, Move, Sew, rotate, Unfold & layout
3D Logo & Text Creation
- Generating 3D Logos from Adobe Illustrator Files
- Creating Text in 3D
- Maya 2D Canvas (Paint Effects)
- Maya Paint Effects: Fire, Smoke, Fireworks and Lightening
Texturing & Shading
- Introduction to Materials and Textures
- Surfaces (Metal, Wood, Plastic, etc.)
- Hypershade Editor
- Standard Surface Material
- Connecting Textures As Bump/Specular/Diffuse Maps
- Maya 3D Paint Tool
Animation Basics
- Basics of Animation
- Understanding the Timeline and Graph Editor
- Animating a Simple Object
Lights and Cameras
- Introduction to Lights and Cameras in Maya
- Types of Lights: skydome, area, directional, point and spot
- Setting up Lights and Camera
- Basic 3-Point Lighting Setup
- Creating Turntables
Rendering
- Introduction to Rendering
- Introduction to Arnold Renderer
- Arnold Render View
- Rendering Settings, Batch Rendering, and Formats
- Rendering Out Still images and video
- Creating a Short Animated Scene
Project, Mentorship and Assessment
- Instructors will review and grade the finished piece for their portfolio
- Final viewing party: Kick back, relax, and watch student reel
Course Requirements
