Introduction to Maya
Students will design, model, texture, light and animate a character using Maya 3D animation software. This class will be a broad overview of the tools that are used in movies, TV shows and games.
Course Syllabus
As a result of successfully completing this course, students...
Will be able to:
- Work elements of the Maya software package
- Environment modeling
- Character modeling
- Creating UVs
- Materials and Texturing
- Rigging
- Animation
- Lighting
Will display the following attitudes/professional behaviors:
- Meet assigned deadlines
- Accept and apply critiques
- Analyze and discuss work using industry specific terminology
- Prepare for and contribute to class discussions and critiques
Course Additional Information
*Additional Fees: Occasionally a course will require additional fees. These fees cover labs, materials, equipment costs, and more.
Online Course Start and End Dates: February 17, 2024 — April 5, 2024
Onsite Course Start and End Dates: February 17, 2024 — March 23, 2024
Course Schedule
| Code | Start date | End date | Course Type | |
| AE 29 OL1 | February 17, 2024 | April 5, 2024 | Online | |
| AE 29 OL2 | February 17, 2024 | April 5, 2024 | Online | |
| AE 29 VC1 | February 17, 2024 | March 23, 2024 | Virtual Onsite via Zoom |