3ds Max 9 Modeling

Whether the goal is to create action-packed video games, corporate logos, mechanical assemblies, or elaborate architectural visualizations, 3ds Max 9 Modeling teaches the appropriate methods. Instructor Steve Nelle explains how to model all kinds of objects with the software's vast array of modeling tools. Using hands-on examples, Steve discusses and demonstrates the building process from start to finish. Real-world projects are incorporated throughout the course to highlight key concepts and techniques. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Topics Include:

• Comprehending the geometry of modeling
• Editing with 2D and 3D shape commands
• Extruding objects
• Lathing objects
• Lofting objects
• Creating a low polygon human character
• Creating architectural objects
• NURBS and Patch modeling
• Booleans and other compound modeling techniques
• Adding and minimizing geometry
• Grouping, attaching, and linking objects
• Merging and importing files

Duration:13.5 hours
On 1 DVD-ROM