FIT2087 is a core unit within the redesigned Multimedia Development Major beginning in 2016

Introduced for course architecture programs. Effective semester 1, 2017

14/08/2017: added prohibition to old version of the unit FIT3001. Effective 2018.

10/09/2019: FIT2087 has always focused on 3D character animation and it is time to make the title more explicit and accurate. Effective 2020

01/10/2020 Admin: Update to include new assessment and teaching approach fields as per Handbook requirements.

This unit builds upon the skills, techniques and theory introduced in FIT1033 Foundations of 3D and extends their research and skills in 3D character design and motion capture technologies for games and 3D animation. Students will be introduced to advanced techniques for character detailing (modelling and texturing) character animation (motion capture systems) and 3D environmental design. The theoretical and practical considerations contributing to the conceptualization and preparation of 3D characters for animation sequences will constitute a key focus of this unit. This unit also provides knowledge and skills that the student can apply within their third year studio project/s (FIT3039/3040).

At the completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. research, evaluate and implement complex 3D geometry, 3D texturing and 3D animation techniques;
2. design and modify 3D characters for motion capture;
3. formulate and enact 3D motion capture sequences;
4. devise and create 3D animated sequences featuring 3D characters and environments.

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This unit builds upon the skills, techniques and theory introduced in FIT1033 Foundations of 3D and extends their research and skills in 3D character design and motion capture technologies for games and 3D animation. Students will be introduced to advanced techniques for character detailing (modelling and texturing) character animation (motion capture systems) and 3D environmental design. The theoretical and practical considerations contributing to the conceptualisation and preparation of 3D characters for animation sequences will constitute a key focus of this unit.

On Campus

This unit uses a lecture and laboratory style teaching approach. The lectures will be used to introduce the main content for the unit, while the laboratory sessions will be essential in putting the concepts into practice in a friendly and constructive environment.

In-semester assessment: 100%

This unit is heavily based on advanced 3D software and a paper based exam would be impracticable

1. Assignment 1: Character Modelling and Sculpting: 20% ULO ?
2. Assignment 2: Character Texturing and Rendering: 20% ULO ?
3. Assignment 3: Character Rigging and Animation: 30% ULO ?
4. Test 1: Retopology: 10% ULO ?
5. Test 2: UV Mapping and Texturing: 10% ULO ?
6. Test 3: Rigging and Animation: 10% ULO ?

Minimum total expected workload equals 12 hours per week comprising:

(a.) Contact hours for on-campus students:

(b.) Additional requirements (all students):

Tutorials require a lab with computers running a 3D application - namely AutoDesk Maya, AutoDesk MotionBuilder and Adobe Photoshop. Specific hardware, software and studio space is also required for motion capture procedures.

FIT1033 or DIS1911