3D Modeling & Animation (Blender, Unity) Training Course

Introduction

Unlock your creative vision and enter the exciting realm of three-dimensional design with our comprehensive training course on 3D Modeling & Animation, expertly covering the powerful open-source Blender and the leading game development platform Unity. This essential program equips individuals and teams with the fundamental principles and practical skills to create stunning 3D models, captivating animations, and interactive experiences. Our training course delves into 3D modeling techniques, character rigging, animation workflows, scene creation, and basic interactivity within both versatile software packages. Whether you're an aspiring game developer, animator, product designer, or visual artist, this training course provides the versatile skillset to bring your 3D ideas to life.

This 3D Modeling & Animation training course emphasizes a balanced, hands-on approach, guiding participants through the creation process from initial model design in Blender to scene integration and animation in Unity. You'll learn to master Blender's modeling tools, rig characters for animation, create compelling animations, build immersive 3D environments in Unity, and add basic interactive elements. By the end of this impactful training course, you'll possess the core skills and software proficiency to produce high-quality 3D assets and animations for a wide range of applications, including games, visualizations, and interactive experiences.

Target Audience

• Aspiring 3D modelers and animators
• Game developers and level designers
• Product designers and visualization specialists
• Architects and interior designers
• Motion graphics artists looking to expand into 3D
• Hobbyists and creative individuals
• Anyone interested in creating 3D content for various applications

Duration:

• 5 Days

Course Objectives

1. Master the fundamental principles of 3D modeling and navigation in Blender.
2. Learn to create various types of 3D models using Blender's diverse toolset.
3. Understand the basics of character rigging and animation workflows in Blender.
4. Gain proficiency in importing 3D assets and creating scenes in Unity.
5. Learn to animate 3D objects and characters within the Unity environment.
6. Understand the principles of lighting, materials, and textures in both Blender and Unity.
7. Develop basic skills in adding interactivity to 3D scenes in Unity.
8. Learn best practices for optimizing 3D assets for different applications.

Course Content

1. Module: Introduction to 3D Modeling with Blender

• Understanding the Blender interface and essential navigation techniques in the module
• Creating basic 3D shapes and manipulating geometry in Blender within the Python module
• Introduction to Blender's modeling tools: extrude, loop cut, bevel, etc. in the module
• Understanding different modeling workflows: polygonal modeling, sculpting (introduction) within the module
• Organizing and managing 3D objects within the Blender scene in the module

2. Module: Advanced 3D Modeling in Blender

• Creating more complex and detailed 3D models using advanced Blender tools within the Python module
• Working with modifiers to enhance and non-destructively edit models in Blender in the module
• Understanding UV unwrapping and preparing models for texturing in Blender within the module
• Introduction to Blender's sculpting tools for organic modeling in the module
• Optimizing 3D models for performance and different applications in Blender in the module

3. Module: Character Rigging and Animation in Blender

• Understanding the principles of character rigging for animation in the module
• Creating armatures (skeletons) and binding them to 3D models in Blender within the Python module
• Introduction to basic animation techniques using keyframes in Blender in the module
• Creating simple character animations and understanding the animation timeline in Blender within the module
• Exporting rigged and animated characters from Blender for use in other software in the module

4. Module: Introduction to Unity and Scene Setup

• Understanding the Unity interface and its core components (Scene view, Hierarchy, Inspector, Project) in the module
• Creating new projects and navigating the Unity environment within the Python module
• Importing 3D assets (models, animations) from Blender and other sources into Unity in the module
• Understanding the concept of GameObjects, Components, and Transforms in Unity within the Python module
• Organizing and managing assets within the Unity Project window in the module

5. Module: Animation in Unity

• Understanding Unity's animation system: Animator Controller, Animation Clips in the module
• Creating and editing animations directly within Unity's Animation window within the Python module
• Animating imported 3D models and characters using the Animator Controller in Unity in the module
• Implementing animation states and transitions for dynamic character movement in Unity in the module

• Controlling animations through scripting (introduction) in Unity in the module

6. Module: Lighting, Materials, and Textures in 3D

• Understanding the principles of lighting in 3D environments in both Blender and Unity in the module
• Adding and adjusting different types of lights in Blender and Unity within the Python module
• Understanding materials and creating basic materials using node-based systems in Blender and the Inspector in Unity in the module
• Importing and applying textures to 3D models in both Blender and Unity in the module
• Optimizing lighting and materials for visual quality and performance in 3D scenes in the module

7. Module: Basic Interactivity in Unity

• Introduction to scripting in Unity using C# for adding interactivity in the module
• Understanding basic scripting concepts: variables, functions, events within the Python module
• Creating simple scripts to control object movement and behavior in Unity in the module
• Implementing basic user input (keyboard, mouse) for interaction in Unity in the module
• Understanding the concept of GameObjects and their interaction within the Unity scene in the module

8. Module: Exporting and Optimization for Different Applications

• Understanding different 3D file formats and their uses (e.g., FBX, OBJ, glTF) in the module
• Exporting 3D models and animations from Blender and Unity for various platforms within the Python module
• Optimizing 3D assets for game engines, webGL, and other applications in the module
• Understanding polygon counts, texture sizes, and other optimization considerations in the module
• Best practices for sharing and collaborating on 3D projects in the module

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank