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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine model creation requirements
   • Analyse and follow the design requirements, production documentation and organisational guidelines
   • Select the 3-D modelling software tools that best suit the type of production for which 3-D digital models are being created
2. Create 3-D digital models using a variety of modelling techniques
   • Determine the most efficient modelling methodology
   • Apply a variety of modelling techniques
   • Create the 3-D digital models
   • Progressively refine and check the integrity of the models
3. Combine 3-D models to create a scene
   • Combine the 3-D models to create a scene, based on the design requirements
   • Submit the models to the relevant personnel for comment, to determine whether the production requirements have been met, and make final adjustments, if required
4. Render 3-D digital models using appropriate render engine
   • Test the rendering scene and adjust the settings
   • Render the final 3-D scene
   • Submit the final model renders to the relevant personnel
5. Back up work
   • Make backup copies of the files
   • Complete the workplace documentation, according to predetermined procedures

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

create 3-D models according to design, production and organisational requirements

combine 3-D models to build a scene that meets design requirements

produce, circulate and store the final render of the scene.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

provide a basic summary of 3-D software interfaces

summarise the capabilities and constraints of game engines

outline current game-play hardware and software products

discuss the process of computer game development

discuss the application of the anatomy, and physical movement, to 3-D components

describe the graph curve editor and its application to animation

explain the physical attributes required to create effects, such as weight and anticipation

summarise risk and critical path management

discuss the importance of shading and texturing as a requirement of 3-D games components

explain the techniques for applying concept-development skills

explain the techniques for applying concept-visualisation skills

explain transfer methodology including rotoscope, hand key and motion capture

outline the technology requirements and human resources required in the process of creating a game, including team members’ skills

outline the budgeting and scheduling considerations for game design.

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