Digital 3D Animation
Short Course

What you need to know about this course

The unique Digital Animation certificate course provides an opportunity for animation enthusiasts to unleash their passion for animation on the latest equipment, training with the international industry professionals. The programme encourages individualism and combines the fundamentals of using 3D max with practical experimentation and personal creativity. Students will graduate from the 8 week programme with the skills and knowledge to create the animation they love and gain a strong foundation for future learning.

Students attending the SAE Digital Animation program will learn comprehensive skills in computer-generated 3D graphics and animation using the industry’s most widely used 3D software packages. The objects of this program are twofold: first to give the student a good theoretical understanding in the systems and equipment used creating animations; and second, to provide in-depth practical experience in the most important production techniques and design concepts available today.

Who it's for

All creatives with a passion for 3D Animation who would like to expand their understanding of animation and build their technical 3D skills.

3D Studio Max interface
Understand work flow of 3D Studio Max
Anatomy of polygon modeling
Create textures and lighting for there environment
Character modeling
Rigging
Animation
Rendering

Software packages

Autodesk 3D Studio Max

Qualification

SAE Digital 3D Animation Certificate (this certificate has advanced standing towards our other programmes).

Entry Requirements

There are no academic requirements to participate in this programme. The student needs to be a minimum of 17 years of age upon commencement of the course.