Autodesk 3Ds Max Essentials

The Autodesk® 3ds Max® Essentials learning guide provides a thorough introduction to the Autodesk 3ds Max software that will help new users make the most of this sophisticated application, as well as broaden the horizons of existing, self-taught users.

The guide instructs you on how to effectively use the software interface and navigate through the scenes. It explores the creation of 3D objects and how to bring in objects from other software such as Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. Additionally, it teaches you to prepare the scenes for renderings by adding materials, lights, and cameras.

Finally, the guide covers an understanding of various renderers included with the software as well as image creation and animation techniques.

Outcomes & Objectives:

• Introducing 3Ds Max as a BIM Tool
• UI Tour and Project Navigation
• Working concepts, key tools and Basic file setup
• Basic object creation, transformation and modification
• 2D Splines to 3D Modelling basics
• Creating and manipulating Editable Polys
• Importing and working with .DWG and .MAX files
• Creating and applying Materials & Textures
• Creating Light and Shadow
• Camera setup, clipping and manipulation
• Rendering images and simple animation