RIHNO 3D – Special Edition Course

Course Objectives

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of Rhino 3D’s interface and navigation tools.
• Develop proficiency in creating and manipulating basic 2D and 3D geometry.
• Understand the use of layers, object properties, and construction planes for organized modeling.
• Analyze models for surface continuity and accurate measurements.
• Learn advanced curve and surface editing techniques to refine geometry.
• Practice rendering techniques and exporting high-quality images of modeled objects.
• Complete a final project that synthesizes design, modeling, and rendering skills.

Schedule

Day 1

• Welcome and Course Overview
• Diagnostic Test – pre evaluation
• Introduction to Rhino 3D:
  • Interface and Navigation
  • Viewports and Display Modes
• Creating Basic Geometry:
  • Points, Lines, Curves, and Polylines
  • Snapping and Precision Tools (Grid Snap, Ortho, SmartTrack)
• Editing Basics:
  • Moving, Rotating, Scaling, and Copying Objects
  • Trim, Split, and Join Commands
• Exercise: Creating a Simple 2D Floor Plan

Day 2

• Creating 3D Geometry:
  • Extrusions, Revolves, and Lofting
  • Sweep Commands (Sweep1 and Sweep2)
• Solid Modeling Basics:
  • Primitives (Box, Cylinder, Sphere, etc.)
  • Boolean Operations (Union, Difference, Intersection)
• Editing 3D Models:
  • Fillet, Chamfer, and Offset Tools
  • Deconstructing and Rebuilding Surfaces
• Exercise: Modeling a Simple 3D Object (e.g., a Chair or Vase)

Day 3

• Introduction to Layers and Object Properties
• Working with Construction Planes (CPlanes)
• Analyzing Models:
  • Surface Continuity and Normals
  • Object Dimensions and Measurements
• Introduction to Curves and Surfaces:
  • Control Points Editing
  • Rebuilding and Refining Geometry
• Exercise: Designing a Basic Product Prototype

Day 4

• Setting Up Views and Perspectives
• Introduction to Rhino Render:
  • Materials and Textures
  • Applying Materials to Models
• Basic Lighting Setup:
  • Types of Lights and Placement
• Rendering Basics:
  • Adjusting Render Settings
  • Exporting Rendered Images
• Exercise: Rendering a Modeled Object

Day 5

• Overview of Key Tools and Workflows
• Participants Begin Final Project:
  • Design and Model a Simple Object (e.g., a Table or a Small Pavilion)
  • Apply Materials and Render
• Final Test and Feedback – final evaluation
• Q&A Session: Troubleshooting and Tips
• Course Wrap-Up:
  • Certification

*Please note that program content may be subject to change based on input from our trainers.