Module Details

Module Code: ARCH7023
Title: 3D Visualization 2
Long Title: 3D Visualization 2
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2014/15 ( September 2014 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module encompasses creative digital technology with the emphasis on 3D design, animation. This module is designed to develop the student’s ability to express architectural design concepts in the preproduction phase through photorealistic screen based previsualisations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Create and render detailed static and animated 3D environments.
LO2 Explain advanced 3D rendering techniques (HDRI lighting, 3rd party render engines, virtual camera placement/animation, key framing, zdepth compositing, advanced texture creation).
LO3 Explain the rendering management processes (batch rendering/efficient rendering/render farms).
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
Fundamental skills in AutoCAD and 3-D. Have covered and passed a fundamental course in 3D visualisation Max-01. Have the following competencies and skills;
Create complex virtual models in a 3D environment.
Illustrate the fundamentals of the 3D design process, planning, modelling, use of cameras, lighting, texturing, rendering, resolution, file types and image formats.
Integrate architectural 3D design applications in an architectural project.
Render still images for use in previz concept boards and presentations.
 
Indicative Content
3D Software Programmes
3D software tools
Photoshop Integration
To prepare & manipulate detailed surface textures. To composite various render passes in preproduction.
3rd Party Plugins
3rd party render engines to obtain alternative stills/animations. Windows software to edit and add intros/transitions to exported animations.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Stage 1: Creation of a virtual 3D environment
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 70
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Stage 2: Creating a HD video clip summarising the progress and improvements made to the quality of the environment's lighting, texturing and camera animation between weeks 6-12.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Software instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Software application assignments Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Software instruction Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Software application assignments Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • 3ds Max 2010 Architectural Visualization (Advanced to Expert), [ISBN: 978-0-9792811-2-9].
  • Roger Cusson, Jamie Cardoso. (2010), Realistic architectural visualization with 3ds max and mental ray, Focal Press, Burlington, MA, [ISBN: 978-0240812298].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • http://www.cgarchitect.com/.
  • http://www.evermotion.org/.
  • http://www.ramyhanna.com/.
  • http://www.aversis.be.
  • http://www.cicadadesign.ca/.
  • http://www.spine3d.com/.
  • http://www.ronenbekerman.com/.
  • http://www.purerender.com/.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_CARCT_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Technology 5 Elective
CR_TARCH_7 Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology 5 Elective