The 3-D Foundations course familiarizes students with the fundamentals of creating 2-D and 3-D computer graphics. Students will learn the interface and controls of industry-standard software applications as they develop basic animation skills that prepare them for the more advanced courses later in their program.

3-D Foundations

Build a foundation of basic animation skills for creating 2-D and 3-D computer graphics.

The Color Theory course exposes students to the theories and application of color as it relates to both print and screen. Historical and geographical perspectives will be discussed. Students will review methods and techniques for using color to create impact as well as necessary color-correction practices for the various delivery options. In this course, students will learn how color can impact original design concepts across multiple media types.

Color Theory

Begin an exploration of the theories and application of color as it relates to both print and screen.

The Design and Art Theory course provides an understanding of composition, design, art, basic color, and graphics through a study of varied artistic styles and their sociological and psychological effects throughout history. This course is essential in the world of design, where traditional art forms are often blended with current imagery to create new and significant artistic genres.

Design and Art Theory

Learn about composition, design, art, basic color, and graphics through studying varied artistic styles.

The Fundamentals of Art I course introduces students to the language of visual arts. This class includes discussions, peer critiques, mentoring, specialized workshops, and small-group collaboration. Students will use a variety of media to complete exercises and projects based on their industry interests and their artistic skill level.

Fundamentals of Art I

Explore the language of visual arts through peer critiques, workshops, and collaboration.

The Fundamentals of Art II course builds on the skills and knowledge developed in Fundamentals of Art I and prepares students for subject matter essential to artists in the 3-D arts industry. This class includes discussions, peer critiques, mentoring, specialized workshops, and small-group collaboration. Students will use a variety of media to complete projects based on their industry interests and their artistic skill level.

Fundamentals of Art II

Get familiar with subject matter and techniques that are essential to artists in the 3-D arts industry.

Explore the ways AI can improve your design workflow and push the boundaries of your creativity with Full Sail DC3’s Generative AI for Design course. You’ll dive into the ethical considerations and practical applications of generative AI and discover how AI tools can accelerate your design process. You’ll also learn to write effective AI prompts for creating visuals, automating repetitive tasks, and building personalized design experiences. After discovering the ways you can collaborate with AI while maintaining creative control, you’ll be ready to start using generative AI in your own design projects.

Generative AI for Design

Students learn about generative AI fundamentals, ethical considerations, the various applications of AI in design, and how to craft effective AI prompts.

Fundamentals of Generative AI in Design

Students explore generative AI applications, tools, and techniques for industries like graphic design, UI/UX design, web design, fashion, architecture, and more.

Leveraging Generative AI Across Design Industries

Students discover how to embrace AI as a design partner by establishing collaborative workflows and developing hybrid skills that combine AI with human creativity.

Mastering the Human-AI Relationship in Design Innovation

This course covers the basics of using generative AI in the design world.

The Graphic Principles I course is designed to teach students basic levels of graphics creation through the use of software programs employed by design, animation, and interactive-media companies worldwide. This course emphasizes vector graphic design from a production point of view, as students gain a thorough understanding of input/output techniques, color theory, and tools for graphic design and image creation.

Graphic Principles I

Be introduced to the basics of graphics creation through software programs employed by interactive-media companies.

The Graphic Principles II course is designed to teach students advanced levels of graphics creation through the use of software programs employed by design, animation, and interactive-media companies. This course emphasizes raster graphic design from a production point of view and expands students&#39; knowledge of digital color models and image-compositing technique.

Graphic Principles II

Explore advanced graphics creation through raster graphics, digital color models, and image-compositing.

The Model Creation course teaches computer modeling with polygon surfaces. Students will focus on developing their skills as computer-graphic (CG) artists, leveraging the traditional fine-arts principles of shape and silhouette, scale and proportion, and edge quality and integrating them with strategies to build better CG models. Students are introduced to a variety of modeling tools, the capabilities of each tool, and the results of interactions between tools. Students will develop techniques and strategies for efficiently creating virtual models for animation, film, and games.

Model Creation

Learn more about computer modeling with polygon surfaces, as you integrate traditional fine-arts principles with tech.

Learn how to use your smartphone to capture stunning images and impactful shots with Full Sail DC3’s course, Professional Phone Photography: Take Amazing Photos. Through guidance from Full Sail DC3 instructors and hands-on practice, you’ll learn about mobile photography fundamentals, various photographic genres, and visual storytelling techniques. By the end of this course, you will understand what’s needed to elevate your mobile photography to the next level.

Professional Phone Photography: Take Amazing Photos

Students learn about the photography workflow and strategies for creating impactful photographs, like choosing appropriate camera settings and using lighting and composition techniques.

Understanding Photography Fundamentals

Students explore color theory, genre conventions, and photographic techniques that will help capture the essence of their subject.

Visual Storytelling with Colors & Genres

Students practice taking photos that can be used for content creation or other purposes, like illustrating narratives, telling meaningful stories, or capturing specific lifestyles.

Photography Practice

This course teaches technical and creative skills for taking compelling photos with a smartphone.

Discover the dynamic world of DJing in this hands-on, online DJ class. You’ll learn about the history of DJing, essential equipment, popular software, and basic techniques to help you understand beatmatching and transitions to create seamless mixes. As you progress, you’ll not only discover the technical skills needed to craft your own unique sets but also explore the business side of DJing, including branding and securing gigs in a competitive industry. By the end of this course, you’ll have the confidence to perform live and connect with an audience.

DJing 101: From Beats to Blends

Students learn the history and role of DJing, examine the popularity of music genres and their influence on DJ mixing, and understand the mindset needed to become a successful DJ.

Introduction to DJing

Students will explore and identify essential DJ equipment, learn about the legalities of building a music library, discover music theory basics, and learn about track selection to build a DJ set.

DJ Equipment, Software, and Techniques

Students will learn to match tempos and apply beatmatching techniques to their DJ set and understand how to use equalization and gain staging to create ideal audio levels.

The Art of the Mix

Students discover how to identify and use basic DJ effects, how to apply more advanced DJ techniques like harmonic mixtures, and how to enhance buildups and breakdowns.

Beyond Basic DJing

During this week, students explore the basics of professional DJ etiquette, including client communication, reading a crowd, and adapting their sets and stage presence accordingly.

DJ Etiquette and Performance

Students gain insight into building a personal DJ brand, copyright and music licensing, tips on finding professional resources, and the basics of navigating contracts and managing an online presence.

The Business of DJing

This DJ class teaches fundamental principles and advanced techniques for mixing music for DJ sets.

Are you ready to discover the ways you can use generative AI for marketing? In this Full Sail DC3 course, you’ll learn the basics of using AI to enhance marketing workflows, create assets, automate tasks, and more. Explore the history and ethics of AI in marketing, learn to use AI tools and techniques for tasks like content creation and personalization, and create a comprehensive digital marketing plan using AI-generated assets. You’ll leave this course with the basic skills and knowledge needed to harness the power of AI in the marketing landscape.

Generative AI for Marketing

Students delve into the history and applications of AI in marketing, focusing on content creation, personalization, and ethics while engaging in hands-on activities with AI tools.

Fundamentals of Generative AI in Marketing

Students focus on practical tools and techniques for using generative AI in marketing and learn how AI can enhance product development, pricing, distribution, promotions, and more.

Generative AI Tools for Marketing

Students gain hands-on experience by creating a comprehensive marketing plan, integrating traditional marketing strategies with AI-generated assets to produce actionable results.

Creating an AI Marketing Plan

This class teaches techniques and tools for using generative AI for digital marketing.

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