postgraduate certificate Advanced Torso, Neck, and Head Rigging

When it comes to animation, the animator may require that the torso and head rig system be configured to perform certain movements that a basic rig does not provide. Therefore, it is important to analyze the problems that a basic Rig can cause to the animator during his work. In addition, it is necessary to raise on the deformation Rig an advanced and professional control system that provides automatisms to our character. Therefore, avoiding these limitations and making easier the work of animating. In the development of this advanced system will also be known new tools of Autodesk Maya, with which all the automatisms of the advanced head and torso control Rig will be engineered. The content will be taught 100% online and without timetables, so that students have the possibility of organizing the course according to their own schedule.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price

The world's largest faculty of video games”

Description

Learn how to set up and work with the Spline IK Handle tool and then incorporate it into the model"

Throughout the course, the student will obtain the keys needed to correctly carry out the Advanced Rigging of Torso, Neck and Head. The Spline IK Handle tool will be used, Clusters will be defined, IK controls for Clusters will be created and NURBS curves for FK controls will be elaborated.

In order to refine the torso movements, we will use the IK Handle parameters, the Connection Editor tool and set up a Twist system. For the neck and head, guide curves and clusters will be created and the hierarchy and nomenclature will be defined.

The final part of the postgraduate certificate is reserved for editing parameters and setting up the Isolate mode for the head, using the tools Node Editor, Node Constrain and applying Parent Constrain to two elements at the same time. You will also learn how to connect the deformation and control rigs.

These contents will be taught in a totally online format, without timetables and with 100% of the syllabus available from the first day. In addition, the program has been developed in a multitude of formats so that the student can select the one that best suits their circumstances. Thus facilitating the reconciliation and assimilation of concepts.

In this postgraduate certificate, you will learn how to design an advanced Rigging system taking into account the limitations it presents"

This postgraduate certificate in Advanced Torso, Neck, and Head Rigging contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

The development of case studies presented by experts in advanced torso, neck and head rigging
The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and 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
Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
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

At TECH, you will implement a professional work methodology with all the necessary Isolate mode tools for the Head Rig"

The program includes, in its teaching staff, professionals from the sector who bring to this program the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and 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 throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

The proposed program includes the connection of the deformation and control rigs. An essential task in the Rigger's work"

The graduates will learn how to control the IK Handle parameters to make the torso movements realistic"

Objectives

Students of the postgraduate certificate in Advanced Torso, Neck, and Head Rigging will have acquired the most advanced techniques in 3D character Rigging. They will be able to create character systems and mechanisms adjusted to the nature of the production to the nature of the production and adopting specialized skills to tackle Rigging jobs in film or video games. In addition, they will know how to handle essential tools such as Spline IK Handle or Node Editor.

In TECH you will learn how to create IK controls for Clusters applicable to the torso of the characters"

General Objectives

Acquire advanced rigging techniques for 3D characters
Learn how to use the latest software
Analyze 3D models for rigging purposes
Propose systems and mechanisms of the character adjusted to the nature of the production
Provide the tools and specialized skills to tackle rigging jobs in film or video games

Specific Objectives

Conceive the limitations of basic rigging and the needs of the animator
Come up with a versatile and advanced system for the torso, neck and head of the character
Master the use of the Spline IK Handle tool for torso system development
Master the use of cluster elements
Edit and limiting transformations of Rig components
Engineer a character head locking system through the Node Editor
Build a proper hierarchy of all the elements of a Rig

Proper use of Cluster elements is essential for realistic Rigs. At TECH, we teach you all the the tricks you need to know"

Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Torso, Neck and Head Rigging

Rigging is one of the most important skills in 3D animation and video game production. Its optimal realization is crucial for characters to move realistically and expressively. The torso, neck and head are some of the most complex parts of the human body to rig, and require advanced techniques to achieve a natural and fluid movement. For this reason, TECH has developed the Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Torso, Neck and Head Rigging, which will allow you to handle the most sophisticated strategies to undertake this creative process. Boost your professional career in the video game industry with this degree!

Enroll in a top academic program

If you want to learn how to efficiently rig these body parts, create custom controls to enhance animation or work with facial riggings to achieve realistic and expressive movement in characters, you're in luck! The Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Torso, Neck and Head Rigging will provide you with this advanced knowledge without the need to move from your home, since its delivery is completely online. In addition, you will get the most cutting-edge teaching materials on the market to ensure the updating of the contents studied.