Course Name
DC26T43B Video Game Design with Blender Improvers
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for:
Beginners with no prior 3D modelling experience
Gaming enthusiasts interested in learning game development skills
Aspiring artists and designers looking to expand their creative toolkit
Entry Requirements
No formal requirements - although participation in the beginners course would be useful.
What You Will Learn
Refresh on Blender Fundamentals - Explore the Blender interface, master essential modelling techniques like box modelling and sculpting, and learn to navigate the 3D viewport.
Character Creation - Dive into character design principles, build low-poly characters for games, and explore basic rigging and animation.
Environment Design - Learn to create immersive game environments by modelling props, buildings, and landscapes. Discover techniques for texturing and lighting.
Project Development - Put your newfound skills to the test by creating your own 3D game asset or scene. Receive personalized feedback and refine your work.
Course Aim
This course will help you to gain the essential knowledge to model characters, environments, and props, bringing your game ideas to life. Learn from industry professionals and hone your skills through practical exercises and engaging projects. This course is perfect for beginners looking to jumpstart their video game design journey!
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.
You will be encouraged to review your notes between lessons to ensure maximum benefit from your course. It is always useful to practise your skills between sessions. Your tutor may encourage home learning, or independent research.
How you will be assessed
Formative: Weekly quizzes and in-class exercises will assess your understanding of key concepts.
Summative: A final project showcasing your 3D game asset or scene will be evaluated based on technical skills, creativity, and adherence to project guidelines.
Where Next
After completing this course, you can progress to more advanced Blender courses to delve deeper into animation, texturing, and game engine integration. On Course also offers a variety of other game design courses, including programming and level design.
Will learners gain a qualification?
Certificate of Completion Only
Extra Info
Turn your passion for gaming into a creative skill! This course takes you through the exciting world of video game design using Blender, a leading free and open-source 3D creation suite. With no prior experience required, you'll gain the essential knowledge to model characters, environments, and props, bringing your game ideas to life. Learn from industry professionals and hone your skills through practical exercises and engaging projects. This course is perfect for beginners looking to jumpstart their video game design journey!
