3DS Max (Fundamentals)

Course Objectives:

• Create and modify basic 2D and 3D objects.
• Maximise efficiency through correct scene organisation.
• Create your own materials and build your own material library.
• Understand lighting application in real scenarios.
• Create dynamic compositions using static and moving cameras and renders.

Outline:

• Basics
  • Navigate the interface
  • Set preferences and the project folder
  • Configure paths
  • Control and configure viewport display
  • Object selection methods and units setup
• Basic Modelling Techniques
  • Create 2D and 3D geometric objects
  • Apply transforms
  • Model with coordinate systems
  • Clone, group and poly Model
  • Create 3D models from 2D objects
  • Use lathe modifier, 2D Booleans, extrude modifier, and sweep modifier
• Assembling Project Files
  • Link and import files, link to an AutoCAD DWG, link to a Revit file
• Materials
  • The material editor, materials and maps
  • Creating a material library
  • Mapping materials to geometry Mental ray materials
• Mapping Coordinates and Scale
  • Introduction to Lighting
  • Local vs. global illumination
  • Standard lighting
  • Shadow types
  • Photometric light objects
  • Exposure control
  • Daytime lighting
  • Conduct a lighting analysis
• Mental Ray Rendering
  • Mental ray interior rendering
  • Controlling mental ray quality and speed
  • Adding a sky portal for interior lighting from daylight
• Rendering and Cameras
  • Camera types, parameters, effects and composition
  • Rendering options and presets
  • Background images
  • Rendering to the cloud with Autodesk 360
• Animation
  • Animation and time controls
  • Walkthrough animation using turntables and keyframes Create a shadow study animation