By the end of this course, learners will be able to design, refine, and animate complex procedural models in Houdini using advanced Boolean operations, VEX scripting, VOP networks, attribute transfers, and looping systems. Students will also build mechanical assemblies such as gears, chains, and screws while applying trigonometric functions to generate dynamic spiral and floral patterns.



Houdini Procedural Modeling: Advanced Projects
This course is part of Houdini FX Procedural Modeling and VEX Effects Mastery Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
Access provided by The Technological Institute of Textile and Sciences
What you'll learn
Model and animate assets using Booleans, VEX, VOPs, and loops.
Build mechanical assemblies and dynamic parametric patterns.
Create optimized, reusable assets ready for animation/rendering.
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module introduces advanced procedural modeling techniques in Houdini, focusing on Boolean operations, chain setups, and point creation. Learners explore how to create mechanical components with flexibility, efficiency, and full procedural control.
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7 videos3 assignments1 plugin
This module dives into attribute manipulation, extrusion, beveling, and grouping techniques. Students gain the skills to refine models and organize geometry with powerful attribute-driven workflows in Houdini.
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10 videos4 assignments
This module emphasizes the power of VEX, VOPs, and looping systems in procedural design. Learners explore iteration, orientation, attribute transfer, and proximity-based attributes to build flexible systems.
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10 videos4 assignments
This module covers gear modeling, extrusion groups, and mathematical functions for procedural pattern creation. Students will design gears, pivots, and spirals while mastering attribute-driven modeling approaches.
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13 videos4 assignments
The final module integrates all components into a complete project, covering animation controls, screw modeling, VDB effects, and rendering. Learners finish with fully procedural animated assets ready for presentation.
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14 videos4 assignments
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