Introduction to 3D Animation and Virtual Reality

Harvard Extension School

DGMD E-45

Section 1

CRN 25799

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This course introduces students to the fundamentals of 3D modeling, surfacing, and animation. Students learn to model and texture objects, compose and light scenes, animate, and render as movies, learning techniques applicable to work in video games and augmented reality (AR), architectural and medical visualization, and television and feature films.

Instructor Info

Jason Wiser, MFA

Creative Director, Yaya Play Games


Meeting Info

W 8:10pm - 10:10pm (1/27 - 5/17)

Participation Option: Online Asynchronous or Online Synchronous

In online asynchronous courses, you are not required to attend class at a particular time. Instead you can complete the course work on your own schedule each week.

Deadlines

Last day to register: January 23, 2025

Additional Time Commitments

Required sections Wednesdays, 7-8 pm.

Prerequisites

Online students must have the following software, hardware, operating systems, and peripherals. For software: Autodesk Maya, Unity, Adobe Photoshop, and After Effects (see syllabus for details). For hardware: 4 GB of RAM (8-16GB recommended), 64-bit Intel or AMD multi-core processor, a webcam, a microphone (headset recommended), and 20 GB of free hard-drive space for installing programs. For operating systems, one of the following: Apple Mac OS X 10.8.5 or higher, or Microsoft Windows 10 or higher. For peripherals: a three-button mouse (a two-button mouse will not work with Maya). A digital drawing tablet and pen, such as a Wacom Intuos, is recommended.

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students may attend at the scheduled meeting time or watch recorded sessions asynchronously. Recorded sessions are typically available within a few hours of the end of class and no later than the following business day.

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
25799 1 Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous Jason Wiser Open W 8:10pm - 10:10pm
Jan 27 to May 17