Module 1: Introduction to 3ds Max

• Overview of 3ds Max: Understanding the capabilities and applications of 3ds Max in 3D modeling, animation, and rendering.
• Getting Started: Navigating the 3ds Max interface, understanding tools, panels, and viewport navigation.

Module 2: Basic Modeling Techniques

• Primitive Objects: Creating basic shapes such as boxes, spheres, and cylinders.
• Polygon Modeling: Building 3D models using polygonal modeling techniques, including extrusion, beveling, and subdivision.
• Modifier Stack: Understanding the modifier stack and using modifiers to modify and refine models.

Module 3: Advanced Modeling Techniques

• Splines and Lofting: Creating complex shapes using splines and lofting techniques.
• Subdivision Surface Modeling: Modeling organic shapes and characters using subdivision surfaces.
• Modeling Accessories: Creating detailed accessories and props using advanced modeling techniques.

Module 4: Texturing and Materials

• Material Editor: Understanding the Material Editor interface and creating custom materials.
• Texture Mapping: Applying textures to 3D models, understanding UV mapping techniques.
• Procedural Textures: Using procedural textures to create complex surface effects.

Module 5: Lighting and Rendering

• Understanding Lighting: Learning about different types of lights, including spotlights, point lights, and ambient lights.
• Global Illumination: Implementing global illumination techniques to achieve realistic lighting effects.
• Rendering in 3ds Max: Setting up render settings, rendering images and animations.

Module 6: Animation

• Keyframe Animation: Creating keyframe animations to animate object properties such as position, rotation, and scale.
• Path Animation: Animating objects along a predefined path.
• Character Animation: Rigging and animating characters using biped and CAT systems.

Module 7: Particle Systems and Dynamics

• Particle Systems: Creating particle effects such as fire, smoke, and explosions.
• Physics Simulation: Using dynamics simulations to simulate real-world physics effects such as collisions and gravity.

Module 8: Special Effects and Visualizations

• Creating Special Effects: Generating special effects such as water simulations, cloth simulations, and fluid simulations.
• Architectural Visualization: Creating photorealistic architectural visualizations, including interior and exterior renderings.

Module 9: Projects and Practical Applications

• Real-World Projects: Engaging in hands-on projects to apply learned techniques in practical scenarios.
• Design Challenges: Solving design challenges and experimenting with different creative concepts.
• Portfolio Development: Compiling a portfolio showcasing your best work and creative achievements.