Overview

Develop a solid foundation in 3D modeling and animation using Blender, the world's leading free and open-source 3D creation suite.

This introductory course equips participants with the essential technical skills required to model, animate, and present 3D content. Through a combination of theory and hands-on practice, students will learn how to build three-dimensional objects, understand spatial design principles, and create clean, well-structured models using industry-standard workflows.

3D modeling and animation are fundamental skills across a wide range of creative and technical fields, including game development, architectural visualization, product design, film, television, and digital media. By combining technical knowledge with the core principles of animation, this course provides an excellent starting point for anyone looking to enter the world of 3D content creation.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Navigate the Blender interface with confidence.
• Create and edit 3D models using fundamental modeling techniques.
• Apply principles of clean topology and organized geometry.
• Understand the basics of 3D animation workflows.
• Create simple animations using keyframes.
• Apply materials, textures, lighting, and camera settings to enhance 3D scenes.

Instructor

Ricardo Malva – ISMT

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for secondary school and higher education students, particularly those studying Visual Arts, Multimedia, Design, Digital Games, or Architecture. It is also suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and self-taught learners who wish to develop practical skills in 3D animation and modeling using Blender.

Requirements

Participants must have Blender (version 5.0 or later) installed on their computer. Blender is free, open-source software available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Course Structure

Module	Duration	Delivery
Module 1 – Introduction to 3D Modeling in Blender	12 hours	2 in-person sessions + 2 live online sessions
Module 2 – Fundamentals of 3D Animation in Blender	15 hours	3 in-person sessions + 2 live online sessions
Module 3 – Materials, Textures, Lighting and Cameras in Blender	9 hours	Fully online (live)

Start Date: October 2026

Delivery Format: Hybrid (in-person and live online)

Duration: 36 hours

Tuition Fee: €280 (payable in two instalments of €140)

Registration

Register using the following online form:

https://forms.gle/C9wdtz4h7PVvDxhy6