Maya 2008 Fundamentals
AutoCAD Training Overview
provides a thorough introduction to Autodesk Maya’s Modeling, Texturing, Lighting, and Rendering capabilities. The courseware has been created to help new users make the most of this sophisticated application, as well as broaden the horizons of existing, self-taught users. The material covered in the courseware is designed specifically for professional designers that make up the majority of Autodesk Maya users and includes tutorials designed for professional designers in the Game Development, Architectural, Industrial/Product Design, and Interior Design industries.
Prior experience using AutoCAD or AutoCAD-based products such as Autodesk Land Desktop, is recommended.
Student Guide, instructor notes, and exercise disk.
AutoCAD Training Topics
AutoCAD Training Prerequisites
AutoCAD Training Instructor Kit includes
AutoCAD Training Course Duration
24 hours
AutoCAD Training Course outline
Module 1: User Interface
Section 1: Components of the User Interface
Section 2: Navigating the User Interface
Section 3: Establishing Hierarchies
Module 2: New Project Creation
Section 1: Project Setup
Section 2: Customizing Your Workspace
Section 3: Using Templates
Module 3: Polygon Modeling
Section 1: Polygon Primitives
Section 2: Polygon Select and Mesh
Module 4: NURBS Modeling
Section 1: NURBS Primitives
Section 2: NURBS Editing Tools
Module 5: Lighting, Materials, and Shading
Section 1: Lighting
Section 2: Materials and Shading
Module 6: Introduction to Mental Ray in Maya
Section 1: Mental Ray Lighting
Module 7: UV Texture Editor
Section 1: UV Texture Editor
Module 8: Cameras and Rendering
Section 1: Camera
Section 2: Rendering
