Course Overview
In this class, students will be introduced to Houdini, a procedural visual effects and animation software package renowned for its ability to tackle the most challenging shots. A standard tool in high-end feature film effects studios, Houdini gives you access to all aspects of your scene using its node-based procedural system. In this class, you will learn Houdini's interface and explore the tools and techniques that make it one of the most flexible and powerful software packages in the industry.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.5
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Learning Outcomes
- Uoon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Explore Houdini's interface tools and dialogue boxes.
- Create simple animation loops.
- Setup a rig for a biped character.
- Light a scene in Houdini.
- Composite several layers into a finished clip.
- Apply shading and lighting to animations.
- Rig and animate characte.
- Add effects to character animations.
- Use rigid body glue and how to work with both solvers in the same simulation.
Effective as of Fall 2006
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