3D Digital Design 2023-2025 Curriculum Standard

The Curriculum Standard is an introduction to the program which includes the program’s critical performance, a program description, program learning outcomes, and the program’s potential career opportunities. This is followed by information on duration, credits, admission requirements, advanced placement, certification, articulations, and prior learning assessment and recognition.

This document also contains a program delivery sequence and the course profiles with specific course learning outcomes and grading basis.

In addition, the Curriculum Standard is used as a tool for revision and evaluation of the program and for the promotion of transfer agreements with other post-secondary institutions.

• 3D Modeling and Animation
• 3D Printing
• Drawing
• Post Production
• Virtual Environment Design
• Promotion and Marketing

Hardware

Students will be required to purchase:

• A good USB 3 external hard drive to back-up their work (at least 4 TB recommended)
• Several USB 3 memory sticks (16G or larger) for copying and moving files
• Earphones (over-ear recommended)

Software

Software is provided in the computer labs, but students may wish to purchase their own software to work at home.

• 3D Generalist/Modeller/Printer
• Illustrator/Concept Artist
• Freelance Designer and Consultant/Entrepreneur
• Digital Designer for TV/Film
• Game Designer
• World Builder/Character Creator
• Simulation and Virtual Reality Artist

Fall 1

DIGD 2000
Modelling and Texturing I 

DIGD 2001
Visual Storytelling

DIGD 2005
Directions in 3D

DIGD 2003
Digital Imaging 

DRAW 2905
Constructive Drawing I 

Winter  1

DIGD 2010
Modelling and Texturing II 

DIGD 2009
World Building

DIGD 2011
Animation 

DRAW 2911
Life Drawing for 3D Digital Design

Fall  2 [1 elective*]

DIGD 3000
Modelling and Texturing III

DIGD 3001
Character Design and Animation

DRAW 3002
Constructive Drawing II

*Electives (Choose 1):

DIGD 3030
3D Print: Production

DIGD 3033
Advanced Digital Imaging

Winter  2 [2 electives*]

DIDG 3003
Modeling and Texturing IV

DIDG 3002
Advanced Animation

ENTR 3913
Preparing for a Career in 3D Digital Design  

*Electives (Choose 2): 

DIGD 3034
3D Print: Finishing

DRAW 3003
Constructive Drawing III 

DIGD 3036
3D Jewelry Design and Clothing Design

Spring 2 [1 elective*]

INST 3902
Senior Practicum 

INST 3910
Senior Project: 3D Digital Design 

• $50 Application Fee (1)
• An official Transcript of Marks indicating 1 of the following:
  • Certificate in Foundation Visual Arts (FVA) from NBCCD (Good Standing)
  • 1-year of post-secondary education*
  • Equivalent experience will be considered*(2)

*A portfolio is required and after reviewed, may lead to a personal interview (3)

(1) The $50 application fee is in Canadian dollars, applies to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents and is non-refundable and subject to change without notice. International applicants pay a $100 Canadian application fee. See International Students for more information.

(2) Equivalencies to all academic admission requirements are evaluated through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). If you are 21 years of age or older, you may be assessed as an Adult Learner.

(3) Most students begin their studies at the College by taking our Foundation Visual Arts certificate program. If you already have a certificate in visual arts, have previous post-secondary experience or in the visual arts, you might be eligible for direct entry into this diploma program. Once you have submitted the requirements for direct entry, the College may contact you for an interview to have an opportunity to discuss your educational goals.

Foundation Visual Arts:

Please note that it this program traditionally starts with the one-year Foundation Visual Arts Program as a prerequisite.

DIRECT ENTRY PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS

To ensure that you are well-prepared to bypass the Foundation Visual Arts Program (FVA) and enter directly into an NBCCD Diploma Program, we need to assess your abilities and knowledge of the foundations of visual art. Please read Direct Entry Requirements for full instructions.

All exercises must be original and created within the last 6 months.

CHECKLIST:

• CV/Resume
• Letter of Intent
• Three Observational Drawings
• Three 2D Design Exercises
• Two 3D Design Exercises
• Three Colour Theory Exercises
• Compare & Contrast Essay
• Image List

Please note that NBCCD students’ journeys traditionally starts with the one-year Foundation Visual Arts Program as a prerequisite.

Apply here.

Go to the Admission Requirements to learn more. This page will also provide more details and info on where to mail your transcript of marks, cash, cheques and/or money order.

Deadline to apply: January 15