Polygon Modeling Courses and Certifications

Blender: Character Modeling

67 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to sketch, animate, and render a character in Blender, and create a fully rendered animation with dialog and complex facial movements.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Modeling an Organized Head Mesh in Maya

52 ratings at Pluralsight

In this Maya tutorial, we'll be modeling a generic male base mesh head. Software required: Maya 2016.

• Pluralsight
• 5 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Automotive Modeling in Maya

43 ratings at Pluralsight

Computer generated cars are a staple of film and commercial projects, let's go step by step and create a 3D car from scratch.

• Pluralsight
• 6 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Modeling a Detailed Electric Guitar in Maya

37 ratings at Pluralsight

In this Maya tutorial, we'll focus on advanced techniques for successfully modeling polygon forms. Software required: Maya 2015.

• Pluralsight
• 18 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Quick Start to Modeling in 3ds Max: Volume 2

36 ratings at Pluralsight

In Volume 2 of the Quick Start to Modeling in 3ds Max, we'll build on the concepts covered in volume 1.

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Quick Start to Modeling in Maya: Volume 4

35 ratings at Pluralsight

In this volume of the Quick Start to Modeling in Maya, we'll build on the concepts covered in previous volumes. Software required: Maya 2014.

• Pluralsight
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

3ds Max 2019 Essential Training

34 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to use 3ds Max 2019 to create professional 3D models, animations, and motion graphics. Explore spline and polygon modeling, materials, lighting, and keyframe animation.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 10 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Automotive Modeling in 3ds Max 2015

28 ratings at Pluralsight

In this 3dsMax tutorial we'll use an edge modeling method to begin building our Maserati Gran Turismo.

• Pluralsight
• 8 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Retopologizing Game Characters in Maya

25 ratings at Pluralsight

Finishing your polished game character sculpt is not the end of your modeling pipeline. In this course, you will learn to use Maya to create game-ready character geometry from an existing high-resolution sculpt.

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Indie Game Development Pipeline Volume 4: Hero Character Modeling and Texturing

26 ratings at Pluralsight

In this series of tutorials, we'll go through the process of modeling and texturing the hero character for our indie game project. Software required: Maya LT 2015, Photoshop CS5, Mudbox 2014.

• Pluralsight
• 3 hours 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

3ds Max 2017 Essential Training

24 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to use 3ds Max 2017 to create professional 3D models, animations, and motion graphics. Explore spline and polygonal modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and more.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 9 hours 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

CINEMA 4D Modeling Fundamentals

24 ratings at Pluralsight

Create a comfortable modeling workflow in CINEMA 4D by learning the basics. In this course, you'll use a project-based approach as you explore the basics of modeling, commonly used tools, and some time-saving tips and techniques in CINEMA 4D.

• Pluralsight
• 5 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Your First Day in CINEMA 4D

19 ratings at Pluralsight

When learning a new software package, sometimes it's good to just jump in with both feet and start to create. Software required: CINEMA 4D R15.

• Pluralsight
• 1 hour 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Creating Cartoon Characters in CINEMA 4D

14 ratings at Pluralsight

Cartoony, stylized characters are prevalent in the world of TV and film CG, as well as video games.

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

3ds Max 2025 Essential Training

9 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Get expert instruction on the essential aspects of using 3ds Max 2025 to create professional-level models and animations.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 13 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available