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Introduction to Parametric Modeling

Explore the limitless possibilities of parametric modeling and enhance your skills.

Why Parametric Modeling?

In today’s rapidly evolving design professions, mastering parametric modeling is essential for staying competitive and efficient. This program introduces you to the world of parametric modeling, which will empower you to create intricate forms, make quick design modifications and adapt to changing project requirements seamlessly.

Whether you're an aspiring designer or a professional looking to enhance your skill set, this course will equip you with valuable knowledge that transcends industries.


What You'll Learn

  • Explore the fundamental principles and concepts of parametric modeling while distinguishing its innovative potential from traditional 3D modeling methods.

  • Utilize Rhinoceros and Grasshopper to execute a range of commands, harnessing the power of visual programming algorithms to create dynamic parametric 3D models.

  • Craft intricate parametric models by creatively combining elementary three-dimensional shapes, rules, and datasets, allowing for dynamic and versatile compositions.

  • Summarize the fundamental principles and key insights acquired throughout the course, while also highlighting the real-world applications of these skills in future endeavors.
  • Create free-form sculpted surfaces and explore diverse techniques for parametric decomposition, subsequently reconfiguring them into orthogonal panel structures suitable for assembly.

  • Develop surfaces of revolution, apply subdivision routines, and manipulate data trees, integrating these capabilities with various modeling resources for enhanced parametric design.

  • Design intricate three-dimensional patterns and seamlessly morph them into different building envelopes, allowing for the creation of complex structures rooted in these meticulously crafted designs.

  • Leverage a variety of datasets and rules to guide fundamental operations, unlocking the full potential of commands like copy, rotation, mirror and more.
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The skills learned in parametric modeling are transferable across multiple industries and designers who are proficient in this technique can work collaboratively, identify and solve design problems and adapt to new software and tools as technology evolves.

Join us in unlocking the potential of parametric modeling and take your design skills to the next level. Enroll today and embark on a journey of creativity and innovation!

Learning Modules

Module 1
Unlocking parametric modeling: a foundational introduction.

Module 2
Exploring Rhinoceros for 3D modeling: a comprehensive overview

Module 3
Exploring Grasshopper for Parametric Modeling: A Comprehensive Overview

Module 4
Crafting complex compositions from basic shapes: modeling the Holocaust memorial

Module 5
Data-Informed Fundamental Operations: modeling the Absolut Towers

Module 6
Working with waffle structures: modeling the Metropol Parasol

Module 7
Mastering Surfaces of Revolution, Panel Subdivisions and Data Tree

Module 8
Creating Building Envelopes through 3D Pattern Morphing: Modeling the Butterfly Pavilion

Module 9
Course Conclusion and Wrap-Up

Program Details

Program Fee $2000
Program Length Program encompasses 20-24 hours of asynchronous content delivery. Learners will have free access to the Rhinoceros/Grasshopper software programs for 90 days so should plan to complete the course in that timeframe.
Program Format

Asynchronous, Lightly facilitated, Self-Paced

Registration Opens Ongoing
Registration Deadline
N/A
Target Audience Professionals in fields such as architecture, engineering, and industrial design, as well as computer scientists, students, researchers and hobbyists interested in creating intricate and dynamic designs using parametric techniques.
Alumni Discount Belmont University Alumni receive 10% discount
Continuing Education Credits AIA approved, 20 LUs

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Instructor Testimonial

Unleash the power of generative design with 'Introduction to Parametric Modeling'. Join me on a hands-on activity journey and learn to engender complex models using datasets, rules, and algorithms while unraveling the logic behind various world-renowned designs. Together, we will unveil versatile skills applicable across diverse industries and empower you to collaborate effectively, tackle design challenges, and seamlessly adapt to evolving technologies and tools, unlocking your potential for success in a dynamic professional landscape.

Fernando Lima
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Course Fee
$2000

Registration Deadline
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Address:
1900 Belmont Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37212


Phone: (615) 460.8637

Email: online@belmont.edu