Check List

Title and introduction for task: Introduction to 3D

1. Understand 3D Modelling

• Explain what 3D modelling is.

• Describe how it is used across different industries such as:

  • Film & TV

  • Games Development

  • Product Design

  • Architecture

2. Investigate Career Pathways

• Choose two industries from the list above.

• For each:

  • Explain why you chose it.

  • Find and describe an inspirational example from that industry (e.g. a film, game, product, or building that uses 3D modelling).

3. Explore 3D Modelling Software

• Investigate one of the following software tools:

  • Blender

  • Unreal Engine

  • Substance Painter

• Explain what the software is used for and how it supports creative media.

• Find two additional 3D modelling tools through your own research and briefly describe their purpose.

(follow the instructions on this page 3D Games Design & Art - 1.1 3D introduction)  

Title and introduction for task: Introduction to Unreal Engine

Explain What Unreal Engine Is

• Describe Unreal Engine and its purpose.

• Include examples of industries where it’s used (e.g. games, film, live events).

Explore an Industry Use Case

• Choose one of the following areas:

  • Games Development (e.g. Fortnite, Fall Guys)

  • Film/TV/Animation (e.g. The Mandalorian)

  • Broadcasting & Live Events (e.g. Coachella 2024)

• Explain how Unreal Engine is used in that context.

Break Down Key Features

• In your own words, explain the following features:

  • High-Quality Graphics

  • Blueprint Visual Scripting

  • Cross-Platform Development

  • Asset Marketplace

Use the videos linked on the site below to help you explain some of unreals functions and real world applications across the different career pathways 3D Games Design & Art - 1.1 Unreal introduction  follow the instructions on the page to help. 

Title and introduction for task: Introduction to Sound

1. Understand Sound in Media

• Explain how sound is used to build atmosphere and immersion in games and films.

1. • Describe the difference between diegetic and non-diegetic sound in your own words.

2. Find and Evaluate Examples

   • Find one example of diegetic sound and one example of non-diegetic sound from any piece of media (game, film, TV, etc.).

   • Evaluate how each sound type contributes to the scene or experience.

3. Explore Sound Software
   Investigate one of the following software tools:

   • • Pro Tools

     • Native Instruments

     • Adobe Audition

   • Research and explain:

     • What the software is used for.

     • How it supports sound design or editing.

   • Find two additional sound software tools through your own research and briefly describe their purpose.

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Use the videos linked on the site below to help you explain what diegetic and non diegetic sound are and how they are used in media. 

Look into the different software's linked on the site and what they do or offer to the user 3D Games Design & Art - 1.1 Sound Introduction .

Title and introduction for task: Introduction to Texturing

1. Research the following texture maps:

• • Baking

  • Metallic

  • Normal

• Explain:

  • What each texture type does.

  • How it affects the appearance of a model.

2. Explore Texturing Software

• Use and compare the following tools:

  • Blender (Texturing tab)

  • Substance Painter

  • Adobe Photoshop

• Explain:

  • How each software is used for texturing.

  • The differences between them.

Link to site with explanation 3D Games Design & Art - 1.1 Texturing Introduction 

You are required to evidence the creation of the following four tasks, each completed in a different piece of software. For each task, you must provide:

• An annotated screenshot of the User Interface (UI) showing your work in progress.

• A written reflection on your experience using the software and creating the task.

1. Robot Model in Blender (Modelling Tab)

Create a 3D robot using Blender’s Modelling workspace.

Annotate the UI screenshot to highlight key tools and techniques used.

Reflect on your modelling process, challenges faced, and what you learned.

2. Sculpted Pumpkin in Blender (Sculpting Tab)

Sculpt a pumpkin using Blender’s Sculpting workspace.

Annotate the UI screenshot to show brushes, modifiers, and workflow.

Reflect on your sculpting experience and how it differs from modelling.

3. Textured MAT in Substance Painter

Apply textures to a MAT (material asset) using Substance Painter.

Annotate the UI screenshot to show layers, materials, and tools used.

Reflect on your approach to texturing and how you achieved your final look.

4. Thumbnail Sketches in Photoshop

Create a series of thumbnail sketches in Adobe Photoshop.

Annotate the UI screenshot to show brush settings, layers, and composition tools.

Reflect on your sketching process and how thumbnails helped develop ideas.