Year 9 - Arts: 3D Modelling and Animation

Year 9 - Arts: 3D Modelling and Animation

Overview

Students develop an understanding of basic 3D modelling and animation techniques through a series of learning modules. Topics studied include understanding 3D primitives, low polygon modelling, lighting, materials properties, rendering, basic animation, simulations, careers, and the history of 3D animation. The subject is designed to build skills in Art, Maths and Technology. Students will be given the opportunity to create objects in a 3D space and print them using a resin printer.

Units / Topics Types of Assessment
3D Applications Major assessment task: Modelling a low polygon character/environment
Modelling in 3D Major assessment task: Animation/Simulation
Lighting Minor research project: This history/careers in animation and computer graphics
Materials
Animation – Key frame / rigging
Rendering
Simulatios
Careers
The history of animation

Future Directions
Satisfactory completion of this subject will provide additional skills for VCD/Art subjects, Mathematics, and general Technology subjects.