Certificate III in Screen (3D Animation)
| Qualification | Certificate III | Program Code: | CUF30101 |  |
| Location: | Online | Application: | AIE Online | |
| Duration: | 142hrs online | Course Schedule: | Flexible online study | |
Overview
The Certificate III in Screen (Basic 3D Animation) is a nationally accredited course designed to introduce students to the many career opportunities available for 3D artists, animators and designers.
This course is an introduction into the range of skills involved in creating 3D art. Students will be taught modelling, animating, texturing and rendering using 3D Studio Max. Students will also learn the basics of creating 2D art using Adobe Photoshop and basic video editing using Ulead MediaStudio or Adobe Premier. The Certificate III course is particularly relevant for anyone who wishes to establish a skills base for further training in 3D graphics for games and film or as a portfolio boost for existing graphic design professionals.
As a flexible delivery course, students can enrol at any time and complete their studies at their own pace.
Structure of the course
The Certificate III in Screen is made up of the modules in the table below. You may enroll in all modules of the Certificate III in Screen or you may opt to enrol in each module separately. If you opt to enroll in the whole course the cost will be $1200, a saving of $75 compared to enrolment in each module separately.
| Module Group | Module Name | Hours involved | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Group 1 | Introduction to 3dsmax | 4 hours | $425.00 |
| Modeling 1 | 12 hours | ||
| Texturing 1 | 12 hours | ||
| Module Group 2 | Animation 1 | 12 hours | $425.00 |
| Cameras, Lights, Render | 8 hours | ||
| Module Group 3 | Video and Sound | 4 hours | $425.00 |
| Production | 48 hours | ||
| TOTAL | 100 hours** | $1275.00* |
* for individual module enrolment
** an additional 42 hours will be employed as directed by the tutor in self-directed
creative and research activities
Areas of Study
Online Module: Introduction to 3dsmax (4 hours)
Introduces
students to the 3dsmax interface, basic manipulation and
creation tools as well as file management skills and issues.
Online Module: Modeling 1 (12 hours)
Learn how create and
model 3D objects in 3dsmax. Students will learn to model
objects using modifiers to create a number of models and
a environment.
Online Module: Texturing 1 (12 hours)
Students will use digital cameras and
Photoshop to create images. They will learn how to apply these images accurately
to 3d objects.
Online Module: Animation 1 (12 hours)
Students will learn
about animating objects in 3dsmax and how to apply these
animation skills to related areas.
Online Module: Cameras, Lights, Render (8 hours)
Students
will use a cameras and lights in 3dsmax in order to render
professional images.
Online Module: Video and Sound (4 hours)
Students will
learn how to use video-editing software and sound editing
software to make their rendered movies more professional.
Online or Onsite Module: Production (48 hours)
Students incorporate their work and pre-rendered footage in a simulated team environment to produce a three minute movie which covers all aspects of the course, as well
as the production pipeline within a realistic production environment.
Course Costs
Total course fees $1275 ($1200 if enrolling in all 3 module groups). This cost does not include software requirements.
Pre-requisites
As an introductory level course there are no pre-requisites for entry.
Software & Hardware requirements
Students will require the following to complete the online course:
- Internet connection (Broadband recommended)
- Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator or similar
- 3D Studio Max 6, 3D Studio Max 7, 3D Studio Max 8 or 3D Studio Max 9
- Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop 6 or 7 or Adobe Photoshop CS, CS2 or CS3
- Ulead VideoStudio 6+
- Audacity sound editor (FREE Download)
- Word processing software (MS Word, OpenOffice, etc)
Tutorials are written specifically to address the software listed above. Unfortunately we cannot support students using different software from those listed.
Please note that most of the software required for the course is available as academic or student versions, at significantly lower costs. 3D Studio Max and Adobe Photoshop are available online from Storm FX, www.stormfx.com.au. Ulead Video Studio, Internet Explorer and word processing software (MS Word, OpenOffice etc) are available from most software retailers. Audacity Sound Editor is a free software package, available for download from http://sourceforge.net/projects/audacity.
How to Apply
