Assistant Professor of Practice
Advisor
Authorized Unreal Instructor
248.204.2060
PROGRAM COST
ALUMNI, FACULTY, AND STAFF PAY:
Unreal Engine (UE) is one of the world's most advanced 3D development platforms. Initially designed for video games, it now spans numerous industries including architecture, simulation, virtual production, automotive engineering, aviation, medicine, feature films, television/streaming, and virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) applications.
Join our 12-week comprehensive professional development course to begin your journey in mastering Unreal Engine 5. This course is tailored for beginners and covers everything from setting up your first project to creating immersive environments, characters, and interactions.
Unreal Engine skills can lead to various exciting career paths:
(Sources: Built In and PayScale)
Embark on a new career path with the skills you'll gain in this Unreal Engine 5 course. Whether you're aiming to break into a new field or advance your current career, our course provides the tools and knowledge to help you succeed.
2025 Session Dates - Friday, January 10 to Tuesday, April 8
Weekly Cadence of 3 Sessions:
Course Content for Self-Learning (Available Online): Every Friday at 9 AM | Course Practice Session: Every Sunday 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Live with an Instructor* | Course Learning Session: Every Tuesday 7 PM - 9 PM Live with an Instructor* |
*Recorded for future reference
All Eastern Times (ET)
Explore the history and impact of Unreal Engine, get acquainted with the Unreal Editor, and understand its essential tools.
Learn to set up a new project, configure project templates, and start your development journey.
Understand level design principles and create a level with geometry, textures, and lighting.
Master Unreal Engine's visual scripting system to create complex gameplay mechanics without coding.
Create and apply materials, explore material properties, and use advanced techniques for special effects.
Discover animation types, create animations, and use Animation Blueprints to control character movements.
Integrate sound into your projects, trigger sound effects, and control audio with Blueprints.
Design user interfaces, handle player input, and create interactions with objects in the game world.
Profile and optimize your projects to ensure smooth gameplay and high performance.
Import character models, create character Blueprints, and add abilities to your characters.
Create AI controllers, set up behavior trees, and implement perception systems for dynamic NPCs.
Learn techniques for building expansive and immersive open worlds using landscape creation, world composition, and level streaming.
Implement comprehensive audio and visual effects systems in your projects. Enhance user experiences with practical step-by-step tutorials.
Explore virtual filmmaking using Unreal Engine. Understand tools like the Sequencer and techniques for creating engaging virtual films.
Explore advanced virtual production techniques. Focus on integrating live footage with virtual environments and utilizing chroma-key and camera tracking.
Learn about the Movie Render Queue for rendering high-quality videos. Understand settings and techniques for optimal video output.
Review course highlights and explore resources for continuous Unreal Engine learning. Gain the confidence to expand your skills beyond the course.
The Unreal Engine: Pathways to Mastery Series is a comprehensive professional development course designed to transform beginners into proficient users of Unreal Engine 5. It is ideal for individuals looking to build foundational skills in game development, virtual production, architectural visualization, and more.
This course is perfect for:
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This course is designed for beginners. No prior experience with Unreal Engine is required, although basic computer skills and familiarity with 3D concepts can be helpful.
We will meet synchronously twice a week for two hours both days, using an online meeting modality (i.e., ZOOM).
The course spans 12 weeks, with weekly modules covering different Unreal Engine development aspects.
The course is taught by Ben Blau, an Unreal Authorized Instructor Partner for Epic Games. Ben brings years of experience in game development and higher education to provide comprehensive and engaging instruction.
You will receive personalized feedback and support from the instructor. Additionally, you will have access to a community of peers for networking and collaboration and extensive resources and materials to aid your learning.
To enroll, visit: ltu.edu/register/fa24unrealmasteryseries. For more information, email us at prodev@ltu.edu.