Program Overview

VFX105 3D Modelling and Rendering

This subject is designed to give students a fundamental working knowledge and understanding of 3D modelling and rendering in a computer environment. This will allow the student to create simple and complex 3D rendered models which may be used in animations or multimedia, on and/or off line products, or for proto-typing work in another medium.

Subject Outlines

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Availability

Session 2 (60) On Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Communication and Creative Industries

Enrolment Restrictions

Not available to students who have already completed MPI203.

Assumed Knowledge

VFX102 or CCI100

Incompatible Subjects

MPI203

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to demonstrate the theory of 3D computation, modelling and rendering
• be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the practice of producing 3D images for internet, television, movie or related graphic design
• be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the software and hardware employed in the 3D industry
• be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the creative potential of 3D based multimedia

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• History, theory and practice of 3D computer graphics
• Introduction to 3D Space
• Design and technical creativity
• Modelling
• Materials, Textures and Shading
• Lighting
• Digital Cinematography
• Rendering
• Specialist software