Fundamentals of Graphics Design

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Fundamentals of Graphics Design (MTD201)

Applications Open: 01 October 2024

Applications Close: 15 November 2024

Next Available Intake: January 2025

Course Types: To be confirmed

Language: English

Duration: 6 months

Fees: $1529

Area of Interest: Digital Media

Schemes: To be confirmed

Funding: To be confirmed

School/Department: School of Science and Technology

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Synopsis

This course introduces students both the theoretical and practical aspects of 3D modeling using the Open Source software Blender. The course is lab-based and students will have ample opportunity to learn graphics design through hands-on practice. At the end of the course, students will possess the fundamental skills in using Blender to design graphics.

Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JAN

Topics

Introduction to 3D Graphics and 3D Principles
Blender Interface and Shortcuts
Modelling Concepts
Mesh Tools
Techniques for duplicating objects
Boolean, combining and separating, clone/array
Curves and Bezier Curves
Materials
Mapping
Blender Lights
Three point lighting
Animation in Blender

Learning Outcome

Describe the use of Blender shaders & Material Editor
Discuss and apply the basics of lighting
Apply the concept of Animation in a 3D application
Employ basic materials and apply to objects
Appraise 3D objects to create a still scene
Illustrate transformations and cloning of objects