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CMPT 1040: Introduction to 2D/3D Asset Creation
Effective date
September 2020
Department
VR and AR
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
Students will compare and contrast industry approaches to designing and creating original 2D/3D characters, props and environments. Students will research, analyze and apply the fundamental techniques of modeling, sculpting, texturing, animation (environmental and character), and rigging. Through reference and research, students will develop an appreciation for what makes an appealing 2D/3D design suitable for use in a production pipeline.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
English 12 with a 'C+' or equivalent.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Navigate and customize the Maya interface
- Use different approaches to mesh creation and editing and explain best practices for these approaches
- Create materials, textures, hypershade, and UV maps
- Rig characters using skinning, blendshapes, and deformers
- Create animations using key frames in an animation editor
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Consult with department head. PLAR may be available based on evaluation of student's portfolio.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 60
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 30
Total Hours: 60
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, demonstrations, and guided practice in a computer lab
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
45 |
3 assignments; 15% each |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
30 |
2 quizzes/tests; 15% each |
|
Project |
25 |
Final Project |
Course topics
- Introduction to Maya interface
- Introduction to modeling
- Mesh creation and editing
- Materials and textures
- Hypershade and UV mapping
- Introduction to rigging (skinning, blendshapes, deformers)
- Introduction to animation (keyframing and animation editor)
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.