3D Design Foundations
Learn essential 3D design principles, from spatial thinking and dimensional relationships to form, lighting, and texture, for a solid foundation in the field.
About this course
This 3D Design Foundations course is recommended for anyone interested in 3D design and who wants to explore a whole new world of design possibilities. Design is constantly evolving, and 3D design has exploded onto the scene in a big way. From the creative team at Spline, this course explores the definitions and best practices for learning 3D design, providing you with the foundational knowledge necessary to create stunning 3D designs.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, this course offers valuable insight and resources to improve your understanding of 3D design. By mastering these principles and implementing them into your designs, you can create products that are user-friendly and efficient, helping you increase engagement and retention rates.
With 3D Design Foundations, you'll learn about the basics of 3D design, such as shapes and lighting, and fully understand the concepts of depth and the XYZ coordinate system. Additionally, you'll master rendering styles and techniques, ensuring that you can create high-quality and visually stunning 3D designs.
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Prerequisites
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Topics covered
Syllabus
Intro to 3D Fundamentals
Level Test
Designing in 3D
Level Test
3D Representation & Techniques
Level Test
Earn a certificate of completion
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FAQs
The 3D Design Foundations course is suitable for anyone interested in 3D design, whether they are a beginner or an experienced designer. This course offers valuable insights and resources to improve your understanding of 3D design, which can help you create products that are user-friendly and efficient, ultimately increasing engagement and retention rates.
In addition, the course can help UI and web designers better understand how colors, lighting, and shadows work in a 3D environment. Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in 3D design or just want to test the waters, the 3D Design Foundations course is a great resource for understanding whether this field is the right fit for you.
No, a certain background in 3D Design is not required to take the 3D Design Foundations course. The course is designed to make even inexperienced designers feel comfortable taking it. However, if you have experience playing around with objects in 3D design software, you may find this course easier to learn.
To complete the exercises and projects in the 3D Design Foundations course, you will need access to 3D design software. Uxcel recommends Spline, a free real-time collaborative 3D design tool that allows you to create 3D experiences within the browser or download the software to your computer (Spline supports Windows, Mac OS, and Linux). However, you are free to use any 3D design software of your choice.
For new learners, the first level of each course is available free of charge! This allows you to experience the course without any initial investment.
However, if you're seeking a deeper and more comprehensive learning journey, we recommend our Pro Membership. With this subscription, you gain full access to all our courses, which includes additional lessons, engaging design challenges, and thorough assessments.
Additionally, Pro Membership entitles you to receive a certificate upon completion of a course and personalized feedback from experts for all your challenge submissions. To explore the pricing details and find the best plan for your learning needs, please visit our pricing page.