Relevant Training

This 825-hour program will provide students with the basis for 3D design of weapons and props, environment modeling and character design. In addition, students will learn to generate 3D images and full renderings with appropriate lighting and textures. Upon completion of this program, graduates will have the necessary skills to design and create a game level.

Program Overview

• High-quality training with rich media content.
• Continuous evaluation of your understanding of the subject at hand.
• A variety of courses available remotely.
• Freedom to build your life around the deadlines set by the program.
• Virtual evening classes.
• Length of program: 16 months.
• 24 hours/ week of work (includes self-guided training, virtual classes and individual study time).

Skills

If you have these qualities or skills, then a career in video game 3D modeling may be for you!

• Creativity.
• Imagination.
• Artistic ability.
• Passion for visual art, design, sound and computer science.
• The ability to work with precision and speed.
• Basic knowledge of computer tools.
• The ability to adapt to a varied schedule and meet tight deadlines.

Program Curriculum

Semester 1

• 3D Modeling
• Introduction to Game Design
• Production Process
• Visual Language

Semester 2

• Environment Design
• Video Game Industry 
• Weapons and Props Design
• Level Design

Semester 3

• Character Modeling and Rigging
• Textures and Surface Properties
• Level Mapping
• Advanced Techniques of 3D Rendering

Semester 4

• Internship
• Professional portfolio(case studies)

This training program is available in English and French. Consult our self-guided training catalogue if you want to take any of these courses individually (without earning a diploma).

Visit our self-training catalogue.

Follow this link for a detailed course list.

Accreditation

Employment Opportunities

After completing the Video Game 3D Modeling E-learning program, you will have earned your diploma from LaSalle College, and gain access to the following fields of employment:

• Game modeling technician
• Level designer
• Modeling graphic designer