IMGD 174XIntroduction to 3D Modeling Technologies

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This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of three-dimensional visual organization through contemporary 3D modeling practices. Students will explore the technological foundations of digital modeling, including 3D scanning, retopology, UV mapping, and prop modeling. The course emphasizes visual perception, graphic expression, and rendering within digital environments. Students gain hands-on experience with industry tools while learning to create and manipulate digital assets suitable for games, 3D printing, interactive media, animation, and visual storytelling. Core skills include modeling, shading, and the presentation of visual ideas through 3D forms. The course also highlights current sculpting, modeling, and workflow technologies, preparing students to adapt to evolving tools and practices in digital art and design. By the end of the course, students will understand how to create shaders, work in 3D dimensional space, have foundational design principles, and develop their ability to translate concepts into digital form. Recommended Background No prerequisites are suggested or recommended