Course Objective

To equip learners with the skills to create high-quality, photorealistic 3D models and renders of interior spaces, architectural projects, and product designs using 3ds Max and Corona Renderer.

Session Breakdown

Session 1 – Introduction & Workflow Setup

• Course overview & objectives
• Understanding industry applications:
• Architecture
• Interiors
• Product design
• Interface of 3ds Max
• Units, scale, and project setup
• Best practices for organizing projects

Session 2 – Fundamentals of 3D Modelling

• Geometry basics: primitives, splines, modifiers
• Understanding topology and polygon modelling
• Creating simple furniture & product models

Session 3 – Interior & Architectural Modelling Basics

• Modelling:
• Walls
• Floors
• Ceilings
• Doors & windows
• Precision modelling with snaps & constraints
• Layer management for complex scenes

Session 4 – Advanced Modelling Techniques

• Editable poly tools in-depth
• Boolean operations
• Modifiers:
• Bend
• Taper
• FFD
• Complex furniture/product detailing

Session 5 – Materials & Texturing (Corona + 3ds Max)

• Introduction to materials in 3ds Max
• Corona Material Editor
• Applying textures (UV mapping basics)
• Using PBR materials:
• Wood
• Metal
• Fabric
• Glass

Session 6 – Lighting Fundamentals (Corona Renderer)

• Corona Sun & Sky system
• HDRI lighting setup
• Light placement for:
• Interiors
• Exteriors
• Products
• Realistic light behavior and mood creation

Session 7 – Camera Setup & Composition

• Corona cameras and settings
• Framing rules:
• Rule of thirds
• Focal lengths
• Creating interior & product showcase compositions

Session 8 – Rendering Basics

• Corona render settings for:
• Quick renders
• Final renders
• Interactive rendering for look development
• Noise reduction & sampling settings

Session 9 – Advanced Materials & Shaders

• Procedural maps in Corona:
• Noise
• Gradient
• Triplanar
• Multi-materials for complex objects
• Advanced:
• Reflections
• Translucency
• Displacement

Session 10 – Advanced Lighting & Scene Optimization

• Layered lighting setups
• Using LightMix in Corona
• Optimizing heavy scenes for faster renders

Session 11 – Post-production & Final Rendering

• Render elements & passes in Corona
• Basic corrections inside Corona VFB
• Exporting to Photoshop for post-production

Session 12 – Final Project & Portfolio Presentation

• Students model a full interior/product scene from scratch
• Apply materials, lighting & render final output
• Portfolio preparation tips for professionals