Course details

This course provides learners with in-depth knowledge of many aspects of 3D modelling, animation and CGI special effects, and encompasses the key areas required to work in the industry.

You will leave the course equipped with the essential skills needed for a career in a number of 3D modelling and animation roles in a range of industries including graphics, game design and visual effects design.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Educate learners in the use of 3D modelling software
  • Introduce learners to texturing and materials for 3D modelling
  • Develop learner’s ability to design a storyboard, materials, assign colours and employ techniques to animate objects on a path.
  • Educate learners in 3D animation techniques to include timing of animation, framing, composition, key frames and material shaders
  • Highly practical, using commercial-specification computers and software.
  • Developed in collaboration with industry specialists.
  • Learn how to model complex objects.
  • Create your own characters and learn how to animate them.
  • Learn how to create commercial quality environments, textures and detail.

Entry Requirements

This course is for those who are Computer users - interested in understanding how to develop and produce traditional and 3D dimensional animation work and those who wish to get a good foundation in the area of 3D Modelling.

The 3D Modelling & Animation course is designed to give the Leaner the relevant skills to model and animate three-dimensional objects / figures using an appropriate computer software application. It will enable learners to develop good administration and work practices and an awareness of the impact of new and emerging 3D modelling and animation technologies

Module Units

  • Introduction to 3D Modelling
  • 3D Modelling Techniques
  • Texturing
  • 3D Animation

Assessment

A combination of module appropriate assessment procedures will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of the 3D Modelling & Animation course. These methods will include a combination of continuous assessment processes such as assignments, collections of work, learner records, projects and skills demonstrations.

Awards

  • 3D Modelling and Animation Minor Award Level 5 (5N1603)
  • Awarded by: (QQI) Quality & Qualifications Ireland
  • A credit value of 15 applies to this course
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About Dorset College

Dorset College has been an established provider of Academic, Professional and Career focused cThierses for over 30 years. They have a long standing reputation for excellence in Education, based on over thirty years experience providing programmes with clearly defined career paths and excellent academic progression. Thier graduates work in many of the leading industries in Ireland and abroad.

At Dorset College They offer a student centred learning experience and take pride in the successes of Thier Graduates. They offer a wide range of full and part-time programmes to meet the needs of learners at all stages in their lives and career. They are committed to ensuring that Thier learners are afforded the opportunity to develop their full potential in a professional and supportive environment.

“They provide you with the opportunity to build yThier qualifications through a career path that meets yThier interests and aspirations in yThier chosen profession”

Programmes are delivered in a dynamic environment by a highly qualified and experienced team of professionals. They have a strong focus on the provision of industry accredited programmes with good career and job prospects as Theyll as offering the ideal platform for academic progression. They provide excellent facilities and support to learners to enable them to achieve their goals. They focus on small class sizes and quality of education.

They constantly consult with Industry experts to ensure Thier cThierses meet and exceed market requirements, giving Thier learners the edge in today’s competitive job market. They regularly invite industry leader guest speakers to give talks in Thier cThierses so that Thier learners get to meet the best of their profession.

If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us or drop in and They will be very pleased to discuss the various options available to you.  They look forward to meeting and Theylcoming you to Dorset College.

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