3D Modeling school training courses in Des Moines, IA (public, in-house or online)

The student will have a working knowledge of layout and design using Autodesk Inventor through completion of 3D part development projects. Introduction to 3D modeling and design Viewing Perspective & Composition Basics of Object Creation Modeling with Shapes Materials and Textures 2D to 3D design conversion Isometric views, camera views, and shadowing Creating and using surfaces 3D Assemblies Sheet metal patterns

This course covers the basic concepts of 3D modeling and animation. Students will build a solid foundation and understanding of the basic tools of 3D software. Modeling, animation, lighting, texture mapping, and rendering are introduced in a production setting toward the goal of developing a portfolio project.

This class will focus on character animation and rendering in Maya, including Flexor animation, skinning, writing expressions and using the hardware and software rendering capabilities. Students will also write MEL scripts to gain a deeper understanding of the animation workflow in Maya. The emphasis of this course is on character animation and rendering.

This course covers the basic concepts of 3D modeling and animation. Students will build a solid foundation of the basic tools of 3D software, and gain basic knowledge of file management, the operating system environment and production practices. Modeling, animation, lighting, texture mapping and rendering are introduced.

Any user who has had difficulty manipulating CAD data. It is important that attendees be comfortable with topics discussed in an Intro Level 3 course.

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This class covers the fundamentals of quality 3D design models and will focus on techniques that improve existing design data. By focusing on surface creation techniques, improving trim boundaries and helping the user to become more comfortable in the 3D environment. These techniques then help to produce better surface fini...

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