On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

1. Create convincing 3d models based on photographic reference. MQF1, MQF 2 & MQF6 2. Critically examine a model with regard to its suitability for a given purpose. MQF1

MQF Learning Outcome Area MQF1 - Innovation, Knowledge and critical thinking skills MQF2 - Practical skills MQF3 - Social skills & responsibilities MQF4 - Values, attitudes, professionalism and ethics MQF5 - Communications, leadership and team skills MQF6 - Problem solving & scientific skills MQF7 - Research, Information management and lifelong learning skills MQF8 - Managerial & entrepreneurial skills

The module comprises lectures and tutorials and involves team working skills within the assignment.

The visual effects industry requires 3D Modellers who are able to create accurate, realworld objects and creatures to a photorealistic standard. This module allows students to further develop their 3Dmodelling skills, looking at further techniques of both hard surface and organic modelling. Time will be spent engaging with practice briefs to develop speed and accuracy in modeling practice. Then, student will engage with one of a number of presented briefs to produce a realistic 3D model that is suitable for purpose e.g. has correct edge flow for animation or makes extensive use of displacement mapping to reduce scene density.

100% practical based on the completion of a brief from 3D Modelling for VFX A

Fedor P. , et al, 2007, Essence of The Face: Modeling and Texturing Ballistic Publishing, ISBN-10: 1921002360

Kermanikian A., 2010, Introducing Mudbox, Sybex, ISBN-10: 0470537256 Spencer S., 2010, ZBrush Digital Sculpting Human Anatomy, Sybex, ISBN-10: 0470450266