ADK1001 3D-art & generalisation I

    • Course code
      ADK1001
    • Number of credits
      10
    • Teaching semester
      2025 Autumn
    • Language of instruction
      English
    • Campus
      Hamar
    • Required prerequisite knowledge

      No special requirements

Course content
  • 3D software user interface
  • Polygon and surface/spline modelling
  • UV mapping
  • Material shaders and textures
  • Appropriate use of composition, lighting and camera in 3D space
  • Use of hardware and software render engines for rendering of still images and image sequences
  • File structures and file formats

Learning Outcome

Upon completing the course, the student will have achieved the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

The student:

  • has knowledge of effective 3D modeling
  • has knowledge of UV mapping, texturing, and surface shaders
  • has knowledge of rigging
  • has knowledge of animation
  • has knowledge of camera and lighting in 3D space
  • has knowledge of rendering and composition
  • has knowledge of file structures and workflow in 3D applications
  • has insight into the historical development of 3D in video games and film
  • has knowledge of preparing 3D objects
Skills

The student:

  • can use 3D software at a basic level
  • can create simple 3D models for use in games and animated films
  • can perform UV mapping of simple polygon-based 3D models
  • can use material shaders and textures to create believable surfaces on 3D models
  • can create an interesting composition with simple models and customized use of 3-point lighting and camera
  • can create simple key-frame animations based on animation principles
  • can render still images and image sequences using both hardware and software render engines
  • can make appropriate choices regarding render engine settings in use
  • can make conscious choices about file formats for export, import, and rendering
  • can customize the user interface in the 3D software to streamline workflow
  • can organize a project considering file structure and setup in the 3D software in use
  • can successfully troubleshoot and resolve issues with 3D objects for games
General competence

The student:

  • can justify choices made in the development process both in writing and orally
  • can participate in professional discussions about the construction of a 3D model
  • can participate in professional discussions at a professional level about a 3D production and the development process
Teaching and working methods

The course is organized as a combination of lectures, practical exercises, weekly submission of assignments, self-study, and supervision.

Required coursework
  • 1-3 individual assignments
Assessments
Form of assessmentGrading scaleGroupingDuration of assessmentSupport materialsProportionComment
Portfolio Assessment
ECTS - A-F
Individual
  • All
100
Form of assessment
  • Individual portfolio assessment

Reading list

Course name in Norwegian Nynorsk: 
3D-kunst & generalisering I
Course name in Norwegian Bokmål: 
3D-kunst & generalisering I
Faculty
Faculty for Film, TV and Games
Department
Department of Game Development - The Game School
Area of study
Mediefag
Programme of study
Bachelor's Degree in Animation and Digital Art
Course level
Foundation courses, level I (100-LN)