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3D Animation Courses

3D animation courses can help you learn character modeling, rigging, texturing, and motion graphics. You can build skills in storytelling through visuals, timing for animations, and creating realistic environments. Many courses introduce tools like Blender, Maya, and Cinema 4D, that support bringing your creative ideas to life. You'll also explore techniques for rendering and compositing, enabling you to produce polished animations that captivate audiences.


Popular 3D Animation Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Rapid Prototyping Materials and Tooling

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Safety Training, Personal protective equipment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    BIM Coordination

    Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Engineering Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Coordination, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Construction, Technical Standard

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Computer Aided Design

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Animations

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    3ds Max Architectural Rendering Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, 3D Assets, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Editing, Virtual Environment, Simulations

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    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fudan University

    游戏策划与设计

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Systems Design, Computer Graphics, Design, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Creativity, Content Creation, Storytelling

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fudan University

    基于Unity引擎的游戏开发进阶

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Cross Platform Development, Performance Tuning, Mobile Development, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Computer Graphics, Android (Operating System), 3D Assets, Artificial Intelligence, Animations, Scripting, User Interface (UI)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Robotics with Webots

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data Mapping, Graph Theory, Planning, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computer Vision, Computer Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Engineering, Data Structures, Python Programming, Simulations, Linear Algebra, Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Immersify

    Digestive Dynamics: Understanding the GI System

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Practices, Diagnostic Tests, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Anatomy, Pathology, Physiology, Nutrition and Diet, Microbiology, Medical Terminology, Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Field BIM

    Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Construction Management, Construction, Construction Engineering, Autodesk Revit, Commercial Construction, Construction Estimating, Emerging Technologies, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, As-Built Drawings, Facility Management, Cloud Computing, Cost Estimation, 3D Modeling, Document Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Internet Of Things, Digital Transformation, Coordination

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Nomad Sculpt for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Color Theory, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Graphical Tools, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Design Elements And Principles, User Interface (UI), Animation and Game Design, Creative Design

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Crea juegos e historias animadas con Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Content Creation, Digital Publishing

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    Michigan State University

    Avatar Psychology for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Persona (User Experience), Research Design, Game Design, Design, Animation and Game Design, User Experience Design, Diversity Awareness, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Psychology, User Research, Cultural Sensitivity

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    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular 3d animation courses

  • Rapid Prototyping Materials and Tooling: Arizona State University
  • BIM Coordination: L&T EduTech
  • Computer Aided Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
  • 3ds Max Architectural Rendering Masterclass: EDUCBA
  • 游戏策划与设计: Fudan University
  • 基于Unity引擎的游戏开发进阶: Fudan University
  • Introduction to Robotics with Webots: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Digestive Dynamics: Understanding the GI System : Immersify
  • Field BIM: L&T EduTech
  • Nomad Sculpt for Beginners: Skillshare

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