What you'll get
- 88+ Hours
- 8 Courses
- Mock Tests
- Course Completion Certificates
- Self-paced Courses
- Technical Support
- Case Studies
- Download Curriculum
Synopsis
- Master Houdini's interface and workflow for animation and VFX
- Create 3D models using procedural modeling techniques
- Implement soft body dynamics, cloth simulations, and destruction effects
- Apply VEX Wrangle expressions, Python scripts, and plugins for advanced control
- Animate realistic hair, muscles, and natural movements
- Optimize models without affecting textures or UV layers
- Design visually compelling, cinematic animations for films, VFX, and games
- Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard Houdini tools and techniques
Content
| Courses | No. of Hours | Certificates | Details |
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| Houdini FX - Unleash The Power of Houdini | 7h 46m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| Procedural Modeling in Houdini - Beginners | 4h 23m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| Procedural Modeling in Houdini - Advanced | 8h 2m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| Courses | No. of Hours | Certificates | Details |
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| Houdini Soft Body Dynamics | 5h 25m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| Mastering Destruction in Houdini | 9h 8m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| Houdini Cloth Workflow | 7h 26m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| VEX Wrangle in Houdini | 9h 39m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
| Courses | No. of Hours | Certificates | Details |
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| Houdini | 39h 31m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
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Description
The Houdini Animation and VFX Mastery course is a comprehensive program designed to take you from beginner to expert in one of the most powerful and versatile pieces of animation software used in the film, VFX, and gaming industries. Developed by SideFX, Houdini is a complete solution for modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, rigging, compositing, and rendering, making it a favorite among top studios worldwide.
This course provides hands-on training in procedural modeling, soft-body dynamics, cloth workflows, VEX Wrangle expressions, and scripting, enabling learners to create visually stunning, realistic animations. You will learn to manipulate intricate details such as hair, muscle movement, grooming, destruction effects, and optimize models without compromising textures or UV layers.
Participants explore Houdini's node-based workflow and advanced scripting capabilities in-depth, streamlining pipelines, enhancing creativity, and producing high-quality visual outputs that meet professional studio standards. The course also covers industry-relevant techniques adopted by animation studios, gaming developers, and VFX teams to make Houdini a user-friendly, efficient, and powerful tool.
By the end of this course, learners will create realistic, cinematic, and visually compelling animations, positioning themselves as highly competitive professionals in VFX, game development, and animation production.
Sample Certificate
Requirements
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Basic computer skills and familiarity with 3D software (helpful but not mandatory)
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Interest in animation, VFX, or game development
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Understanding of basic modeling, texturing, and animation concepts (advantageous)
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Willingness to learn Houdini tools, procedural workflows, and scripting techniques.
Target Audience
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Aspiring animators and VFX artists looking to specialize in 3D animation
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Game developers and designers seeking advanced visual effects skills
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Film and VFX professionals aiming to enhance their Houdini expertise
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Students and fresh graduates pursuing a career in animation, gaming, or VFX
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Freelancers and digital artists wanting to create realistic and cinematic animations
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Professionals transitioning from other 3D software (like Maya or Blender) to Houdini.
