A unique opportunity to expand your professional opportunities as a designer in a booming sector such as video games" 

The development of increasingly sophisticated and complex animation techniques has influenced the growth of industries such as video games, allowing the implementation of 3D elements with truly realistic finishes in their projects. In these cases, the role of the designer is fundamental and the demand for specialized professionals in this sector is growing from one day to the next. However, it is a field that requires a broad and exhaustive knowledge, based, in addition, on the mastery of software such as Maya, 3Ds Max and Blender.  

In order to adapt their profile to the specifications of the labor market, graduates can count on this very complete Postgraduate certificate in 3D Industry. TECH and its team of experts have worked in the conformation of a multidisciplinary and innovative program that includes 150 hours of the best theoretical, practical and additional material, with which you can delve into aspects such as the management of pipelines for the generation of assets for video games, the different artistic styles that are currently having the best reception, the integration of the different elements in the project and the keys to master the main creative and rendering programs. In addition, it will delve into the key factors of 3D applicable to different industries. 

It is, therefore, a unique and unparalleled academic opportunity to get up to date with the latest developments in the sector, as well as to perfect your skills in the design of gaming projects in just 6 weeks. For this, you will have the flexibility offered by TECH through the convenient 100% online format of this program, which will allow you to take it from wherever you want and with a schedule fully adapted to your availability, with no on-site classes or connection limits.

A 100% online Postgraduate certificate that will provide you with all the information you need to become a true 3D Industry expert in less than 6 weeks" 

This Postgraduate certificate in 3D Industry contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Video Games and Video Technologies 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning 
• Special emphasis on 3D modeling and animation in virtual environments 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

The perfect academic option to implement to your practice the mastery of the main 3D video game design software: Maya, 3Ds Max and Blender" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

You will work on the creation of pipelines for the generation of 3D assets for video games through the best theoretical, practical and additional content"

To take this program you only need time and an Internet connection: from wherever you want and optimized for any device"

The content of this Postgraduate certificate has been developed by the teaching team based on the latest developments related to the 3D video game industry and taking into account the demanding criteria of topicality and quality that defines this university. As a result, the graduate who accesses this program will find in it the most complete and avant-garde syllabus, thanks to which they will be able to know in detail aspects such as the generation of assets, or the key factors of 3D applicable to different sectors. 

In the Virtual Campus you will find additional hours of material of great quality and presented in diverse formats so that you can delve, in a personalized way, in each section of the syllabus" 

Module 1. The 3D Industry

1.1. 3D Industry in Animation and Video Games

1.1.1. 3D Animation
1.1.2. 3D Industry in Animation and Video Games
1.1.3. 3D Animation Future

1.2. 3D in Video Games

1.2.1. Video Games Limitations
1.2.2. 3D Video Game Development Difficulties
1.2.3. Solutions to Video Game Development Difficulties

1.3. 3D Software for Video Games

1.3.1. Maya. Pros and Cons
1.3.2. 3Ds Max. Pros and Cons
1.3.3. Blender. Pros and Cons

1.4. Pipeline in 3D Asset Generation for Video Games

1.4.1. Idea and Assembly from a Modelsheet
1.4.2. Modeling with Low Geometry and High Detailing
1.4.3. Projection of Textured Details

1.5. Key Artistic 3D Styles for Video Games

1.5.1. Cartoon Style
1.5.2. Realistic Style
1.5.3. Cel Shading
1.5.4. Motion Capture
1.5.5. Etc

1.6. 3D Integration

1.6.1. 2D Digital World Integration
1.6.2. 3D Digital World Integration
1.6.3. Real-World Integration (AR, MR/XR)

1.7. Key 3D Factors for Different Industries

1.7.1. 3D in Film and Series
1.7.2. 3D in Video Games
1.7.3. 3D in Marketing

1.8. Render: Real-time Rendering and Pre-Rendering

1.8.1. Lighting
1.8.2. Shadow Definition
1.8.3. Quality vs Speed

1.9. 3D Asset Generation in 3D Max

1.9.1. 3D Max Software
1.9.2. Interface, Menus, Toolbars
1.9.3. Controls
1.9.4. Scene
1.9.5. Viewports
1.9.6. Basic Shapes
1.9.7. Object Generation, Modification and Transformation
1.9.8. 3D Scene Creation
1.9.9. 3D Professional Asset Modeling for Video Games
1.9.10 Material Editors

1.9.10.1. Creating and Editing Materials
1.9.10.2. Applying Light to Materials
1.9.10.3. UVW Map Modifier. Mapping Coordinates
1.9.10.4. Texture Creation

1.10. Workspace Organization and Best Practices

1.10.1. Creation of a Project
1.10.2. Folder Structure 
1.10.3. Custom Functionality 

Enroll in this Postgraduate certificate and take a firm step towards a successful working future in the 3D and video game design industry"