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Create 3-D characters for interactive games

Create 3-D characters for interactive games

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTGAM409
State Code
AUT70
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020115 - Computer Graphics
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and build 3-D characters for commercial games.It applies to individuals who support the design, development and implementation of the 3D characters of digital games, as part of a larger development team.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research and analyse the characters
  • 1.1 Determine and agree on the style of characters, according to the client requirements
  • 1.2 Determine and agree on, the character type and profile
  • 1.3 Determine and agree on, the character role and name
  • 1.4 Determine and agree on, the character animations required for implementation into game systems
  • 1.5 Compare the animations with the analysis criteria
2. Design the characters
  • 2.1 Develop a concept illustration for the character
  • 2.2 Conduct focus testing of the concept illustration with the client, and with representatives of the target market audience
  • 2.3 Develop character schematics based on feedback, and submit to the client for approval
3. Develop the character models
  • 3.1 Construct a 3-D character model on a turntable, based on the character schematics
  • 3.2 Construct 3-D costumes, tools and accessories for the character model
  • 3.3 Shade, texture and light, the completed character model
  • 3.4 Implement joints, vertex weighting and character rig, to a 3-D character model
  • 3.5 Develop animation blocking and in-betweens, in consultation with animation personnel for their approval
  • 3.6 Compare the 3-D models and animations to the original concept illustration, for verification of quality and conformity to the brief
  • 3.7 Submit to the client for approval
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7797 ICAGAM409A Create 3-D characters for interactive games Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBU71 ICTGAM428 Create 3-D characters for interactive games Unit of competency