Course

10207224 Modeling 2
Course Information
Description
This course is an introduction to advanced 3D Modeling techniques, theories, and workflows. Students will create digital models with an emphasis on 3D forms, topology, and asset design. Lectures and projects consist of the various production techniques that explore subdivision modeling and how to prepare constructed models for other stages of production. 
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Construct models in a 3D environment for use in production
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Projects
    Critiques
    Oral Presentation

  2. Solve topology problems
    Assessment Strategies
    Projects
    Critiques
    Oral Presentation

  3. Build models that are ready for additional phases of production
    Assessment Strategies
    Projects
    Critiques
    Oral Presentation
    Criteria
    Pivot points are placed in expected functional locations and orientations
    Geometry is clean of any overlapping vertices, faces, unintended holes, and non-manifold geometry
    Models are built to the correct scale

  4. Use Zbrush
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Use primary brushes
    Maintain believable, aesthetics pleasing, and artifact free sculpts
    Integrate dynamesh, subdivisions, retopology, and projection workflows

  5. Demonstrate effective professional practices and communication using written, verbal, graphic, and electronic communication
    Assessment Strategies
    Projects
    Critiques
    Oral Presentation
    Criteria
    Use industry terminology effectively
    Explain questions, concerns, and project-related information using professional verbal and written language
    Identify feedback in peer and/or instructor communication and/or critiques
    Apply feedback to your own work
    Use project management strategies to project schedules and deadlines
    Organize, name, and submit digital files according to established course and production conventions
    Completed work is submitted in the required format and resolution appropriate to the assignment

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