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    Explore 3D design for architecture, engineering, and product development. Learn to use tools like SketchUp and Rhino.

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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Creative Thinking, User Research, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Design Research, Open Mindset, Stakeholder Management, Project Scoping, User Experience Design, Persona Development, Project Planning, Process Mapping, Value Engineering, Product Development, Growth Mindedness, Visionary

      4.6
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      216 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Adobe

      Design Fundamentals with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Typography, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Logo Design, Content Creation, Adobe Creative Cloud, Innovation, User Experience Design, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      669 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Research, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, User Interface (UI), Test Case

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dassault Systèmes

      xDesign Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, 3D Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Michigan State University

      Game Design and Development with Unity

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, 3D Modeling, Software Design Documents, Peer Review, Cross Platform Development, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Software Design, Animation and Game Design, User Experience, Storytelling, Software Documentation, User Experience Design, Conceptual Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Microsoft Visual Studio, UI Components

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      617 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dassault Systèmes

      xDesign Assemblies and Exam Level Part Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Engineering Drawings, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Python for Everybody

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Processing, Relational Databases, JSON, Database Design, SQL, Network Protocols, Databases, Web Services, Restful API, Data Modeling, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      277K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Front-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Javascript

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Cleansing, Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Workflow Management, Finance, Data Management, Business Intelligence Software, Consolidation, Data Integrity, Data Entry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      62K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Principles of UX/UI Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Persona (User Experience), Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), User Experience, Design Research, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Figma (Design Software), Design Elements And Principles, Wireframing, Prototyping

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Code Review, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, E-Commerce, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Branding, Marketing Channel, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      28K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular 3d design courses

    • Design Thinking: University of Virginia
    • Design Fundamentals with AI: Adobe
    • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
    • xDesign Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry: Dassault Systèmes
    • Game Design and Development with Unity: Michigan State University
    • xDesign Assemblies and Exam Level Part Modeling: Dassault Systèmes
    • Python for Everybody: University of Michigan
    • Meta Front-End Developer: Meta
    • Excel Skills for Business: Macquarie University
    • Principles of UX/UI Design: Meta

    Frequently Asked Questions about 3 D Design

    3D Design courses on Coursera teach a variety of skills essential for creating digital three-dimensional models and environments:

    • Basic and advanced modeling techniques using leading 3D software like Blender, Autodesk Maya, or 3ds Max.
    • Texturing and lighting to enhance the visual appeal of 3D designs.
    • Rendering techniques to produce high-quality images of your models.
    • Animation basics for bringing 3D designs to life.
    • Digital sculpting for detailed character and object creation.
    • Principles of design and aesthetics specific to 3D projects.
    • Real-world applications of 3D design in industries like gaming, film, and product design. ‎

    3D Design courses on Coursera are suitable for learners of all levels:

    • Beginners without prior design experience can start with foundational courses that introduce the basics of 3D modeling and design principles.
    • Intermediate users can focus on specific software tools and techniques to build their skills in texturing, lighting, and rendering.
    • Advanced designers can explore complex animation techniques and advanced rendering or integrate VR and AR technologies into their designs.
    • The courses are designed to guide learners through the essentials to more specialized skills, ensuring you can build competence at your own pace.‎

    By completing 3D Design courses on Coursera, you can achieve various credentials that can enhance your professional qualifications:

    • Certificates of completion that can be added to your portfolio and shared on professional networks like LinkedIn.
    • Professional certificates that validate your skills in 3D design software and techniques.
    • Specializations that cover comprehensive areas of 3D design, preparing you for professional work in specific sectors such as animation or game design.

    These credentials are valuable for demonstrating your commitment and expertise to potential employers or clients in the creative industries.‎

    Skills acquired in 3D Design courses can open up a wide range of career opportunities across various creative and technical fields:

    • 3D Modeler, creating detailed models for video games, movies, or animation.
    • Visual Effects Artist, designing and implementing VFX for films and television.
    • Game Designer, integrating 3D designs into interactive gaming environments.
    • Product Designer, using 3D models to prototype and visualize new products.
    • Architectural Visualizer, producing 3D representations of architectural projects and concepts.
    • VR/AR Developer, creating immersive environments and experiences for virtual and augmented reality applications.

    Expertise in 3D Design is highly sought after in industries that require visualization, simulation, and digital creation.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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