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3ds Max Essentials

(Midrand)

The 3DS Max Essentials course helps broaden the horizons and guide new users on how to effectively use the software interface and navigate through scenes.
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3DS Max Essentials explores the creation of 3D objects and how to bring in objects from other software such as Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor and Civil 3D. Additionally, it teaches you to prepare the scenes for renderings by adding materials, lights, and cameras.

Features & Benefits

  • This is a recognized Autodesk course and a preparation course for the Autodesk 3DS Max ACU/ACP exam certification.
  • The CAD Corporation (Pty) Ltd is a registered Autodesk Training Provider.
  • Take full advantage of our new Hybrid Learning by attending on campus or virtually.
  • Attendees will gain confidence and enhance their practical skills and knowledge in this field.
  • A favourite among game developers, TV commercial studios, and architects, 3ds Max is owned by Autodesk, the same company responsible for programs like Maya and AutoCAD.
  • 3ds Max is often used for character modelling and animation as well as for rendering photorealistic images of buildings and other objects.

Who Should Attend?

Users that would like to advance their skill in 3D modelling, animation and rendering in the Architecture, Interior Design, Manufacturing and Civil Engineering industries.

Pre-requisites

  • It is recommended that delegates are Microsoft Windows proficient.
  • Experience with 3D modeling is recommended.

What's Included

e-Manual
Stationery
Workstation
Software Trial
Tea & Coffee
Lunch
Wifi Access
Certificate
Certified Instructor
*Items may differ between courses, contact an agent for details

Qualifications

On completion of the course, you will be presented with an internationally recognised Autodesk Authorised Training Certificate. 

Module 1: Introduction to Autodesk 3ds Max as a BIM Tool
  • What is BIM and what does it mean?
  • The benefits of BIM
  • What will BIM and 3Ds Max deliver?
  • Industry drivers
  • Introducing Levels of BIM
  • Promises in terms of visual Improvements
Module 2: UI Tour & Project Navigation
  • Introducing the menu and screen layout
  • Interrogating the model and viewports
  • Standard screen and command panel
  • Modelling toolbars
  • Time and animations controls
Module 3: Working concepts, key tools & Basic File Setup
  • Important working concepts
  • Surface modelling, object and material naming
  • 3Ds Max workflows
  • File management, units, backup, saving Options
Module 4: Basic object creation, transformation & modification
  • Creating – the panel, names and colour
  • Transform – move, rotate, scale, gizmos, type-ins and angle snaps
  • Modify – overview, the panel, parameters, the modifier stack, gizmos and mesh density
Module 5: 2D Splines to 3D Modelling basics
  • Modelling background
  • Mesh Density
  • Object manipulation tools
  • 2D and 2.5D snaps
  • Alignment tool
  • Lines
Module 6: Creating & Manipulating Editable Polys
  • Poly modelling and the ribbon
  • Editable Poly
  • Poly sub-elements
  • Normals and backfacing
Module 7: Importing & working with .DWG & .MAX files
  • DWG Giles
  • Layers and 3Ds Max
  • DWG File Layers
Module 8: Creating & Applying Materials & Textures
  • Local vs. Global Illumination
  • Standard Lighting
  • Types of Standard Lights Shadow Types
  1. Students are to be at the training venue by 08h00 in preparation for a 08h30 start time.
  2. Bookings can only be considered confirmation on receipt of payment.
  3. Bookings may be changed up to three weeks in advance of the course. A fee of 20% will be levied to cover charges.
  4. For full day courses, we will supply you with the relevant training material. A desktop computer to use for the training (where
    applicable) tea/coffee and a full lunch for full day InClass training hosted at the training center only. Catering is not included for OnSite training
  5. Cancellation or rescheduling requests must be in writing and reach us at least 5 (five) working days prior to the course commencement date.
    Full course fees may be retained for no shows or requests within 5 working days prior to commencement.
  6. Although we go to great lengths to ensure that all training proceeds as scheduled, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone\
    dates if we require to do so and undertake to inform clients in writing and telephonically of these changes.
  7. We suggest clients wait until a week prior to course commencement that a course has been confirmed to go ahead as scheduled
    before booking flight and accommodation. We are NOT responsible for cost associated with cancellation of classes such as flight
    and accommodation for clients.
  8. Full training fees will apply if the above condition is not complied with.
  9. Errors and Omissions Excepted.
  10. By accepting the Micrographics terms and conditions, you agree to receiving marketing material from time to time. This may include Mailers, social media references and any other marketing communications employed by MGFX for the distribution of information pertaining to products and/or services supplied by Micrographics SA (Pty) Ltd.
  11. For any queries our contact details may be found on mgfx.co.za/contact.
  12. All pricing INCLUDES VAT, unless otherwise stated to exclude VAT. Transactions originating from outside of South Africa will not be subject to VAT, however pricing shown online may still include VAT, dependent on individual Web Browser settings.
  13. Pricing is subject to the availability of stock and exchange rate fluctuations, and may change without prior notice.
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