Class 3D Modelling

In this Course Unit, students will learn the basics of creating and editing three-dimensional graphic models, manipulating meshes and volumes, texturing, lighting and composition, and producing images from the virtual composition of 3D objects and scenarios.

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1. 3D Modeling 1.1. Understand the nature of three-dimensional meshes and volumes, their formats, and technical characteristics. 1.2. Analyze the geometry of objects for their virtual 3D representation. 1.3. Techniques and methodologies for creating and editing three-dimensional meshes and volumes (symmetry and references; Hard-surface Modeling; Sculpting and Retopology).   2. Texturing 2.1. Composition of PBR textures and materials based on the configuration of their graphic components. 2.2. Application of textures and materials to 3D meshes and volumes. 2.3. Mapping and configuration of texture projection (normal maps, specular maps, etc.)   3. Lighting and Photometry 3.1. Configuration of lighting elements for virtual objects and environments (e.g., HDRI and Sky lighting). 3.2. Configuration of photometric calibration parameters. 3.3. Configuration of image production parameters from 3D models or scenarios.

Project-Based Learning

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