Course Name
DC26T43A Video Game Design with Blender Beginners
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for:
Aspiring game designers with no prior 3D modelling experience
Enthusiasts looking to develop their artistic skills for game creation
Individuals seeking a creative outlet and wanting to learn a valuable skill
Entry Requirements
No formal requirements - but a willingness to engage and learn is essential!
What You Will Learn
Blender Interface Navigation - Become familiar with the Blender interface and explore its core functionalities.
3D Modelling Basics - Learn to create basic 3D shapes, manipulate objects and master essential modelling techniques.
Texturing & Materials - Breathe life into your models with textures and materials, creating realistic and visually appealing assets.
Lighting & Rendering - Fine-tune your scenes with lighting effects and rendering techniques to create professional-looking results.
Course Aim
This course aims to help you to learn the fundamentals of Blender, mastering essential tools to create stunning game assets like characters, props and backgrounds. Develop your skills through a series of practical exercises and build a portfolio of work ready to showcase your talents.
Course Length
18 hours, 6 weekly sessions of 3 hours.
What You Will Need to Bring
Please bring a notepad, and pen to each session. You may wish to bring a file for any handouts. A laptop with internet access is required for completion of coursework and home learning outside of the classroom.
How You Will Learn
This is a practical course, and the sessions will include tutor-led demonstrations, learner-led group activities, instruction and repetition. These will form part of the delivery together with one-to-one support as required.
How you will be assessed
Formative: Weekly quizzes and in-class exercises to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
Summative: Creation of a complete game environment or character model showcasing the skills learned throughout the course.
Where Next
After completing this course, you could progress to:
More advanced Blender courses to further refine your skills
Game development programs to learn coding and game engine integration
Online tutorials and resources to specialize in specific areas like character design or animation
Will learners gain a qualification?
Certificate of Completion Only
Extra Info
Unleash your creativity and bring your game ideas to life! This course is designed for beginners with no prior 3D modelling experience. You'll learn the fundamentals of Blender, mastering essential tools to create stunning game assets like characters, props and backgrounds. Develop your skills through a series of practical exercises and build a portfolio of work ready to showcase your talents.
