3D Animation Production Diploma

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The 3D Animation Production Diploma (3DAP) program at Guru Digital Arts College is designed to meet the growing need for qualified entry-level 3D designers and animators who demonstrate professional skills in modelling, rigging, and animating all aspects of a digital 3D environment. As well, learners will develop a strong understanding of the processes and business aspects of the 3D production cycle.

In the 3DAP program each student develops a unique portfolio that demonstrates a personal style and high level professional skills. Graduates from this program enter the job market showcasing the skills of 3D designers and animators in three areas of specialization: game design, film & video production, and architectural rendering development.

Curriculum Overview

Understanding Digital 3D Structures

• Curve, Bezier and SplinePolygons, NURBS
• Subdivisions
• Constructive Solids Geometry
• Colour & Texture in 3D modelling
• Rendering

Modelling 3D Objects

• Modelling basics
• Rigid, organic and character modelling

Texturing 3D Objects

• Texturing, Surfaces & UV Mapping

Lighting 3D spaces

Rigging

• Organic and Rigid Object Rigging
• Armature & Skeletal structures
• Facial structures

Animation

• Keyframes, Tweening, Stop Motion
• Animation forms (realism vs. cartoon)
• Character Animation

Camera work in 3D environments

Post-Production - Combining live action with 3D rendered scenes

Rendering Best Practices

The Business of the Business

Portfolio & Demo Reel Development

Program Phases

Phase 1: Foundations

Courses listed above

Phase 2: Implementation

Foundation knowledge and skills applied in the project process context

Phase 3: Specialization

Mentored work study using Implementation experience across multiple portfolio related projects.

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