Autodesk Media and Entertainment/Animation Group

Training center services include quality, instructor-led training on Autodesk software in a condensed format, as well as company-specific, customized, and on-demand training that has been so popular in the past. Call WDCS at (708) 974-5735 for information, scheduling and cost on the following courses.

MG5-501 Autodesk 3DS Max Productivity
This course is designed to train individuals who are new to this technology and want to explore the world of 3D animation.

Introduction to 3D Animation
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows operating system.
This is a pre-course for the individual who wants to explore the world of 3D animation. You will be introduced to the concepts of creating, modifying, and animating a computer scene. A survey of professional projects also will be explored to give you a broader perspective of techniques and concepts.

3DS Max Essentials
Prerequisites: A working knowledge of personal computers using Windows NT or 95/98. Some 3D drawing or design background and a general knowledge of 3D modeling concepts and a familiarity with 2D and 3D drawing and modeling programs. We also recommend that all participants have access to the software outside of class. Upon successfully completing this course, you will understand user interface and navigation tools. You will learn how to model, render, and animate objects.

Forensics Animation Using 3D Studio
The process involved with creating 3D animations for litigation will be demonstrated in this class. We will discuss the various data and information needed to create accurate graphics to be used as demonstrative evidence. An in-class project will highlight the process involved with the design, modeling, animation, and rendering of a real accident case.

3D Autodesk VIZ
Prerequisite: Knowledge of Windows operating system and an understanding of 3D drawing.
Provides the designer with new and powerful tools to render and animate the designs created in AutoCAD Desktops. You will add materials, change lighting and create effects. You will learn to create still scenes and animated walk-through that will effectively communicate your designs to your clients.

Character Model
The purpose of this class is to provide the student with a basic understanding required for designing, building and mapping a 3D character.  The fundamental concepts of character design will be explored for producing hi-resolution and low-polygon count models. Students will learn a variety of modeling techniques necessary to build and properly map models.

Combustion
This class covers the fundamental concepts of creating composites, paint projects, developing animations and applying visual effects.  Course topics include new multiformat project capabilities for film and video, 64-bit image-processing, advanced film grain tools, and control of the color Look-Up Table (LUT) management. Also covers the use of new toolsets for higher functionality in the interactive schematic view; real-time 2-D particle system; an expanded interactive tex; and motion graphics module.

Story Boarding
A fast-paced, hands-on course to help you develop the right tools for presenting creative work. Learn how to organize your thoughts, develop style and presence. Discover the art of incorporating objectives, directions and strategies. Deliver the right goal for every design, layout, script and storyboard presented. Gain a working understanding of the importance of the presentation room, including: location, room prepping, propping, room structure, timing, and the target audience.