Animation, Video and Audio 3DS Max Courses

3DS Max Introduction | Training Course

Master 3D animation using 3DS Max. Learn from experts to create stunning visuals, optimise workflows and enhance special effects for gaming, architecture and more.

2 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

Exploring the 3DS Max interface and mastering viewport configuration, enabling you to navigate complex 3D projects with confidence.
How to create and manipulate 3D standard and extended primitives, empowering you to build detailed models from the ground up.
Understanding spline creation and extrusion, helping you develop precise control over both 2D and 3D modelling techniques.
How to modify objects using advanced tools such as Boolean, Array and Loft, enabling efficient and creative model construction.
Working with the Materials Editor and assigning materials to objects, helping you achieve realistic textures and visual effects in your designs.
How to create and edit standard and photometric lights, empowering you to bring your scenes to life with professional lighting techniques.
Exploring camera creation and editing, enabling you to frame your scenes and animations for maximum visual impact.
How to animate objects, materials and lights using keyframes and F-Curves, helping you produce dynamic, professional-quality animations that enhance your creative projects.
Understanding rendering techniques, empowering you to produce polished stills and animations, making your work stand out and improving your professional capabilities.

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This 3DS Max Introduction course includes

Authorised Certificate
Lifetime support after your course
Course materials
Live Instructor-led training

Refreshments all day
Latest Mac or PC ready to go
Authorised Trainers
Hands-on exercises

Book this course

We offer 3DS Max Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for 3DS Max Introduction

Overview

Introduction to Interface
Introduction to XYZ Editing
Viewport configuration
Merging and importing files

Introduction to Modelling

Creating 3D Standard Primitives
Creating 3D Extended Primitives
Creating and Extruding Splines

Introduction to Modifying

2D Modelling and Spline Editing
Move, Scale and Rotate Functions
Modifying Vertices, Faces and Edges
Using the Grid Helper
Understanding the Copy, Instance and Reference Clone Options
Using the Snap and 3D Snap options
Working with mirror, Array and Align
The Boolean function
The Connect function
Creating Lofted Objects

Introduction to Materials

Working with the Materials Editor
Assigning Materials to Objects
Adjusting Self Illumination and Opacity

Introduction to Lighting

Creating, Editing and Working with Standard Lights
Creating, Editing and Working with Photometric Lights
Creating and Editing Mental Ray Daylight Systems

Introduction to Cameras

Creating and Editing Free Cameras
Creating and Editing Target Cameras

Introduction to Animating

Creating and modifying key frames
Adjusting time span
Introduction to F-Curves
Walkthrough
Flyround
Animating materials
Animating lights

Introduction to Rendering

Adding backgrounds
Rendering a scene
Rendering an animation
Rendering with Scanline Renderer and the Mental Ray Engine

FAQs about the 3DS Max Introduction course

Is this 3DS Max Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to 3DS Max or have been using 3DS Max for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in 3DS Max. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the 3DS Max Introduction course?

Our 3DS Max Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using 3DS Max throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the 3DS Max Introduction course?

For private classes in 3DS Max Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the 3DS Max Introduction course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the 3DS Max Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our 3DS Max Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my 3DS Max Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our 3DS Max Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

3DS Max Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

Private One-to-One Training

One-to-one tuition tailored to your exact requirements. Your choice of duration, dates and content.

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