Unity 3D & Blender – Learn Level Design

Overview

Blender and Unity 3D are both open source programs used by games designers all over the world. Developed by their community of users, they construct games that operate on almost all platforms; from consoles and desktops to mobile and websites. Unity 3D is a game engine mainly used to create multi-platform 3D and 2D games, whereas, Blender is used in the creation of animated films, visual effects, art, 3D printed models, 3D applications and video games. Unity 3D also provides features such as ads, analytics, cloud building and multiplayer networking, while Blender additionally provides features such as 3D modeling, UV unwrapping, texturing, animating and video editing. Gaining a knowledge of both programs is hugely beneficial to any game developer, as it fine-tunes your insight and intuition for creating multi-faceted, compelling and exciting game levels.

Level design is a critical component to all games, but a component that can be difficult to get right. Anyone with graphics experience can in theory create a functioning single level game; but creating a game that is interesting and enjoyable as well as functiona,l takes some finesse. Mastering Blender and Unity 3D is an assured way to make your game level design all of this, and more. This course in Unity 3D & Blender – Learn level design will teach you about the concepts and best practices of level design, from setting goals and getting references to planning and mapping out your level in Photoshop.  On completion of this course, you will take away an up to date skill set in Unity 3D and Blender. You will have an understanding of graphics software, game engines, game level design, and how all of these elements work seamlessly to create fun and engaging games.

Course Curriculum

1: Introduction To The Course

2: Modular Design In Blender

3: Creating The Focal Point

4: Creating Props

5: Texturing Our Level

6: Creating Textures

7: Building The Level In Unity

8: Conclusion

Learning outcomes

• Understand game level design in both conceptual and practical terms
• Design 3D models for game levels
• Create textures through Photoshop
• Construct and operate a full game level on Unity 3D
• Construct multi-level games using versatile programs

Access duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Who is this course aimed at?

• Students
• Job seekers
• Game development professionals

Method of assessment

At the end of the course, you will have one assignment to be submitted (you need a mark of 65% to pass) and you can submit the assignment at any time. You will only need to pay £19 for assessment and certification when you submit the assignment. You will receive the results within 72 hours of submittal, and will be sent a certificate in 7-14 days if you have successfully passed.

Certification and awarding body

Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Unity 3D & Blender – learn level design certificate by CPD & iAP. The qualification will make you valuable to employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised.

Tutor info

Michael Agreda is a Florida-based Unity Developer whose focus has been on developing UI that is dynamic and easily understandable. He enjoys teaching game design, 3D art, and programming in Unity, Blender, and Photoshop. Some of Michael’s games can be found in the app store.

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