VCD3113 3D ModellingBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
VCD3113 3D Modelling Spring
Fall
2 2 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İPEK TORUN
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor CAN PEKDEMİR
Prof. Dr. HASAN KEMAL SUHER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to make an introduction to 3D modelling and computer animation world and to give a basic understanding of “how it works” in 3D animatio. Students will be informed about terms and techniques of 3D modelling and learn to use a 3D software. The relation of 3D modelling between sculpture, painting, architecture, computer games, cinema, music will also be explained in this course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. To gain an understanding about virtual 3D environment.
II. Practice skills of 3D modelling and texture mapping.
III. Practice skills of basic animation in 3D environment.
IV. Learn to use one of the industry standard 3D softwares.

Course Content

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) 1. Week : Introduction to 3D modelling (Basic concepts of 3D modelling and general information about softwares)
2) 2.Week : Starting with 2d shapes
3) 3.Week : Transforming to 3d meshes
4) 4.Week : Polygon modelling 1(objects)
5) 5.Week : Mid term 1
6) 6.Week : Polygon modelling 2(organic)
7) 7.Week : Materials / Shaders
8) 8.Week : Basic Mapping 1
9) 9.Week : Mapping 2
10) 10.Week : Mid Term 2
11) 11.Week : How to create a texture in Photoshop.
12) 12.Week : Introduction to Animation (Basic concepts of 3D animation and general information about softwares)
13) 13.Week : First Animation: Bouncing ball
14) Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 10
Midterms 2 % 40
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Homework Assignments 11 60
Final 3 24
Total Workload 126

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Knowledge of photographic and video media and ability to use basic, intermediate and advanced techniques of these media.
2) Ability to understand, analyze and evaluate theories, concepts and uses of photography and video.
3) Ability to employ theoretical knowledge in the areas of the use of photography and video.
4) Familiarity with and ability to review the historical literature in theoretical and practical studies in photography and video.
5) Ability in problem solving in relation to projects in photography and video.
6) Ability to generate innovative responses to particular and novel requirements in photography and video.
7) Understanding and appreciation of the roles and potentials of the image across visual culture
8) Ability to communicate distinctively by means of photographic and video images.
9) Experience of image post-production processes and ability to develop creative outcomes through this knowledge.
10) Knowledge of and ability to participate in the processes of production, distribution and use of photography and video in the media.
11) Ability to understand, analyze and evaluate global, regional and local problematics in visual culture.
12) Knowledge of and ability to make a significant contribution to the goals of public communication.
13) Enhancing creativity via interdisciplinary methods to develop skills for realizing projects.
14) Gaining general knowledge about the points of intersection of communication, art and technology.