DES M143 - 3D Fundamentals

    Recent Professors
    Steven Pate
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    25–40 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    DES M121 (formerly MM M10)
    Fall 2025 Sections
    View Fall 2025 sections of DES M143
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Introduces the fundamental concepts and tools used in the creation of 3D digital animation, including modeling, texture mapping, lighting, animation, and rendering. Explores the creation of characters, environments, and animation through visual narrative and design strategies, as well as a working knowledge of the industry standard software.
    Usually Held
    Thu 5:30pm–7:45pm, Thu 6:30pm–9:20pm