CSAN 107 SU01: Introductory 3D Modeling + Animation (Blender)

ECIAD
SectionSU01
TermSummer 2026
StatusA
DatesMay 30, 2026 – Aug 15, 2026
LocationOnline
Meetings
  • Sat 1:30pm–4:30pm — ONLN VCHAT
InstructorNicholas Liang
Description (ECIAD)Blender is used by graphic artists, illustrators, VFX artists, video game developers and animators alike to bring their imagination to life. Building on skills developed in Introductory Blender, learn to use this free and open software to model, light, render, and animate your characters to create compelling 3D visual storytelling. Learn how to create and work with objects, use modeling and sculpting tools, understand the nodes system to create materials, develop characters, use the camera, set lighting, export animations and more.Through demonstrations and hand-on activities, you will be able to produce portfolio worthy images and animations.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class.

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Price(s)DMRE: $742.85
CSDB
CS TitleIntroductory 3D Modeling + Animation (Blender)
CS DescriptionBuilding on skills developed in our Introductory Blender course, learn to use this free and open software to model, light, render and animate your characters to create compelling 3D visual storytelling.
Prior LearningTo fully benefit from this course, prior experience with Blender is required.
Legacy InfoNone
Course Hours36
Hours per Class3
Course TypeAdult
Max Students20
Classroom TypeComputer Lab - MAC
Material ListMaterials and Software
StatusActive
Roll Out TermSU23
Flexible Learning PathwayFlexible Elective - All Pathways
Microcredential ProgramCreative Tech
Microcertificate ProgramN/A
National ID10.0304 Animation, interactive technology, video graphics and special effects
AR CodeCSME
Unit Code285300
Unit NameMedia Arts
Position Code4520
Area of StudyMedia Arts
DisciplineAnimation
LevelIntermediate
Age19 years +
Skills BadgeAnimation