PROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IN 3D ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTS

3D Animation and Visual Effects is a comprehensive 36-month programme designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the dynamic field of animation and visual effects. It covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental art and design principles to advanced techniques in 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, animation, and visual effects. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and tools, preparing them for successful careers in the animation and VFX industry.

  • FUNDAMENTALS OF ART, DESIGN, AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS (6 MONTHS)
    ✅ History of animation and VFX
    ✅ Drawing and sketching techniques
    ✅ Colour theory and painting
    ✅ Storytelling and blockedwriting
    ✅ Character design and digital illustration
    ✅ Storyboarding
    ✅ Computer graphics
    ✅ Video and audio editing

    SOFTWARE

    ✅ Photoshop
    ✅ illustrator
    ✅ Premiere
    ✅ Audition
  • 3D DIGITAL ART (6 MONTHS)
     3D modelling
    ✅ Environmental modelling
    ✅ Advanced modelling and sculpting
    ✅ Advanced texturing

    SOFTWARE

    ✅ Maya
    ✅  SpeedTree
    ✅ ZBrush
    ✅ Substance Designer

  • RIGGING AND CHARACTER ANIMATION (6 MONTHS)
    ✅ Advanced texturing
    ✅ Rendering and look development
    ✅ Lighting
    ✅ Rigging
    ✅ 3D character animation


    SOFTWARE

    ✅ Substance Painter
    ✅ Marmoset Toolbag
    ✅ Maya
    ✅ Arnold

  • CHARACTER ANIMATION AND PARTICLE DYNAMICS (6 MONTHS)
    Advanced character animation
    Dynamics
    Cloth simulation
    Fluid simulations 


    SOFTWARE

    ✅ Maya
    ✅ XGen
    ✅ Bullet
    ✅ MASH
    ✅ Marvelous Designer
    ✅ Bifrost
    ✅ RealFlow

  • MOTION GRAPHICS AND VISUAL EFFECTS (6 MONTHS)
     Digital compositing - 1
     Digital compositing - 2
     Advanced lighting
     After Effects


    SOFTWARE

     Nuke
     Maya
    ✅ Arnold
  • ADVANCED VISUAL EFFECTS (6 MONTHS)
     Digital Compositing - 3
     Digital Tracking
     Advanced Effects 


    SOFTWARE

    ✅ SilhouetteFX
    ✅ 3D Equalizer
    ✅ Houdini 

Softwares

Frequantly Asked Questions

Explore the most frequently asked questions about ZICA ZIMA Ludhiana’s animation, VFX, filmmaking, and digital marketing courses. From demo classes, practical training, fee installment options, certifications, to placement support — these FAQs cover everything you need to know before starting your creative career with us.

  • Do you offer EMI or installment options for fees?
    Yes, flexible payment options are available so students can learn without financial stress.
  • Do I need prior knowledge before joining?
    No, beginners are welcome. Our courses are designed from basic to advanced levels, so you can start fresh and grow your skills step by step.

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