Top Certificate Programs in Computer Arts

The 3D animation and CGI are now present in all areas of creative communications. The sector Animation and 3D realization, taught in three years, allows to train for these techniques. It is naturally focused on the sectors of digital creation: the video game and animated film.

Along with learning the basic techniques necessary for its professionalism, the student realizes every year one or more projects, alone or in small teams. A core curriculum in the first year and a specialization in Real or Game industry sector in the following years.

In the first year, students perform a short film learning and game design: they write their scripts, create characters and decorations, draw the storyboard, are modeling and animate their characters resolve their "gameplay" ...! This training is based on a project management logical, realistic and concrete conducted by professional speakers: this shared passion should lead our students to be animated filmmakers and creators of video games of tomorrow.... [-]

The virtual editing is done in real time and the evolution of post-production software for creating special effects simply breathtaking. This training is focused on non-linear editing with Final Cut Pro and the realization of special effects with After Effects. Students should acquire a professional level editing, special effects and control the aesthetics of the picture during the implementation.

The different audiovisual styles will be covered: video clip, advertising, short film, topical, reportage, documentary showreel (SHOWREEL) institutionnnel film, TV and generic background. The purpose of this training is to understand the environment in which the assembly work is part of a respected art direction and the deadlines imposed by the client.... [-]

The objective is the joint development of Multi-user 3D games.

Addressed are young people with Interest in the design and development of computer games. Good is this camp for high school students / inside of classes 11 - 13, junior high school student / inside the class 10 and those who have already been started to study and want to reorient.

The Media Camp Games offers an insight into the complex working cycles in the development of computer games.... [-]

The National Certificate course in 3D Animation and Visual Effects aims to deliver students who are competent 3D animation or visual effects artists. The course investigates a range of Animation fundamentals, such as how to animate characters, as well as texturing and lighting objects, characters and backgrounds. In addition, the course places a critical focus on the student’s professional practice, such as the ability to assess client contracts and to market your own projects.

Minimum entry requirements: Pass on National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and basic computer literacy

Introduction to 3D Technology This module introduces the history and development of digital animation, and delves into the functionality of 3D software applications. Students will learn various modelling techniques and modifiers that facilitate the process of modelling 3D characters. Students are introduced to the manner in which line, form and volume functions and how these elements are implicated in the changing of surfaces during motion.... [-]

Drawing on its experience and worldwide reputation in the field of character animation, GOBELINS conceived a specialized professional training in 3D character animation which profiles are high demanded. This programme has been built with the help of instructors coming from the best 3D animation studios and includes hands-on exercises to master direction, movements and acting skills. This programme also includes conferences from international animation and video games experts, the production of a demo reel, a professional internship and an end-of-training report. This programme has a strong international focus with participants coming from all over the world.

Take your After Effects skills to the next level. Upon completion of this course, you will have mastered the key skills to bring your ideas to life and will be able to create visually stunning videos.

This course will help you master the concepts and features of the program. It includes many advanced features, including tips and tricks using the latest version. Graphics professionals who want to enhance their motion editing and compositing. Experienced users will also benefit from the many tips and tricks and special exercises.

Before attending this course, you should have already acquired skills from the After Effects 101 and 201 courses, or have equivalent knowledge.... [-]

Get ready to enter the world of 3D games with Unity3D! Unity is the ultimate game development platform to build high-quality 3D and 2D games, deploy them across mobile, desktop, VR/AR, consoles or the Web. This course also focusses on scripting, custom GUI controls, prefab customization, multiplayer networking features like chat, and optimizations that will make your gameplay better on mobile devices and desktops alike. Take a deep dive into Unity’s controls and learn how to build more interactive, high-performance 3D games.

This workshop is created for developers, teachers, and students that are new to Unity. In this project-based workshop, the disciple is introduced to the Unity 3 workspace and typical project work procedures.... [-]

Building upon the foundation in Cinema 4D that you will have when completing the Yellow Belt and Green Belt courses, this three-day course will take the user into the more advanced regions of the program that most training courses often neglect to cover. You will learn how to control and create more complex animations using Cinema 4D’s advanced features, producing more time-effective workflows and impressive results. This course is also ideal for those who already know the basics of Cinema 4D and would like to learn more about the deeper functions of the software.

Anyone who has completed the jumpstart or Yellow Belt and Green Belt courses, or those who have learned Cinema 4D independently, and would like to jump into the advanced features of the software.... [-]

Zero to Cinema 4D HERO in just 5 days!

In this 5-day Cinema 4D course we’ll cover how this intuitive 3D package can be used for creating amazing still images for print and breathtaking video for broadcast, TV, web, and film. This Cinema 4D course coupled with its easy interface and logical workflow, make it possible for those new to 3D artistry to be producing hi-end 3D scenes quickly. We will cover modeling techniques for creating bespoke models, typography & objects. You’ll also cover animation, lighting and camera techniques.

The Cinema 4D course covers an introduction to BodyPaint 3D and how best to texture your models and type. We’ll show you the software’s tight integration with Adobe products as well as other leading compositing and video products.... [-]

The 3ds Max Green Belt class focuses on learning the techniques and methods that will get the best results. Over 3 days you will be developing your skills and abilities with, Modelling, Lighting, Animation, and Rendering.

People who have preferably attended the 3DS Max Essentials Jumpstart or have a number of years experience working with 3D tools and have a solid understanding of modeling in the 3D environment.

You will have taken the 3ds Max Jumpstart zero to HERO course or have equivalent knowledge and experience

You will be able to design 3D environments with animated walking characters with realistic lighting viewed from a moving camera.... [-]

AngularJS is a powerful and extensible HTML and Javascript based framework for building web applications. It is based on the paradigm of Model View Control (MVC), allowing modular development of your applications in javascript via controllers, and has data-binding client-side via HTML, with live data at runtime. This is a far more powerful and adaptable pattern for a web app than the traditional server-side PHP/ASP bindings called only once on the page-load. AngularJS is the ideal framework to adopt for building web applications, and HTML5 based mobile apps. Combined with other UI frameworks like IONIC, AngularJS offers the best practices for making native PhoneGap/Cordova mobile apps. The course is two days in length. The first day explains the framework and shows it uses, the second day is used to construct a fully working application that makes use of local client-side storage and server-side storage using Firebase.... [-]

Design, develop, and maintain standards-based websites and applications. Build world-class websites and applications with one of the industry’s leading web authoring tools.

Build HTML5 banners and animations to run on all devices or build Android and iOS applications.

Adobe® Animate® CC is the industry-leading authoring environment for creating engaging interactive experiences. Deliver to audiences across platforms and devices.

With object-based animation, the time required to transform images into animated symbols is reduced to seconds, compared to earlier versions.

Learn how to design HTML5 banners and other projects with sophisticated animation, import video and sound files, and integrate buttons with compelling interactivity using JavaScript.... [-]

The Game Development Foundations course will allow you to create 3D games using the powerful Unity 3D game engine. Students will be introduced to industry standard tools and techniques for game development.

The course covers:

During the course you will develop two games and a web page to display them; the first game introduces you to development in Unity3D. The final production allows you, in small teams or individually, to create the concept, manage the scope, integrate art assets and test a game.... [-]

3D Animation Foundations is designed to introduce students to the many career opportunities available for 3D artists, animators and designers. This course gives student an understanding of the creative potential of the 3D animation software used in the games, film and visual effects industry.

The course covers the fundamentals of 3D animation including:

The course concludes in an production unit wherein students will work together to produce a short animated film. Students start by planning their animation with concept art and storyboards, modelling and animating their designs throughout the production process and finish by editing sound, music and special FX into the final product.... [-]

Make use of your existing design skills and expand your creativity into other markets such as Game Design for Ad games, Educational games, Online or Mobile games and more – we’ll show you just how to get there.

Friends of Design – Academy of Digital Arts, has been running the Game Graphics & Multimedia Entertainment Course since 2012 with great success, being the first Council of Higher Education accredited, stand-alone course of its kind in South Africa.

This course offers game enthusiasts, creatives and interactive media interested students the chance to get an education in this field, thus providing the future employees for companies in the digital entertainment business, as well as equipping students for starting their own companies as freelancers.... [-]