3D modeling is the art of creating objects in a digital environment to replicate those in the real world. Unreal Engine is the world’s most advanced real-time 3D creation tool. The need for interactive 3D modeling is expanding, leading to exciting opportunities for educators and students. Currently, Unreal Engine skills are in high demand. The demand for these skills is predicted to increase 122% in the next 10 years. Already, interactive 3D jobs have increased by 601%.
Real-time 3-D skills are undersupplied, and that is unlikely to change anytime soon. – Burning Glass Technologies
While originally used in the gaming industry, interactive 3D is now used in many other industries. From film and automation to architecture and healthcare, Unreal Engine changes the way ideas come to life. Check out this video about how fashion design uses Unreal Engine skills.
How does the expansion of interactive 3D impact educators and students?
Opportunities for educators
For educators, teaching 3D design (modeling) skills provides a practical way to meet the demand in the workplace and to promote success in students. Because this technology is developing rapidly, many students and educators are not aware of interactive 3D careers, though they may see the results daily in movies and gaming.
Given how fast technology is changing, students and jobseekers may not even be aware of these opportunities and the skills that unlock . – Unreal Engine
By teaching 3D design using Unreal Engine, educators give students a significant advantage, not only as job seekers but also as future-oriented individuals.
Unreal Engine is the industry standard tool. It is used to create the popular Disney+ series The Mandalorian. It is also the design machine used by automotive companies, such as Audi, Porsche, Chevrolet, and Volkswagen to complete car designs. In other words, the exact same tool used innovatively in many industries can be taught in the classroom. By using Unreal Engine, educators prepare students in a hands-on way for the workforce.
Unreal Engine is committed to bringing their tools to classrooms; providing free lesson plans and free training through i2e, both virtual and in-person.
Opportunities for students
Learning how to use Unreal Engine for 3D design allows students to produce industry-level interactive 3D before they leave the classroom setting. Why wait for post-secondary education to learn hands-on skills? Students can begin learning Unreal Engine in K-12 classroom settings. Students learn to create based on their interests and career goals selecting from a variety of different applications. It also allows them to produce meaningful work to show hiring managers as they build their portfolio.
Not only are 3D skills in high demand, but companies are willing to pay more for these skills.
Mastering real-time 3D can lead to a salary premium of 45% above other entry-level jobs. – Burning Glass Technologies
Unreal Engine uses drag and drop design for ease of use. It also provides templates to assist in beginning designs. Unreal Engine is a fun and creative platform! With proper instruction from educators, students learn to create interactive 3D graphics and learn valuable, future-oriented skills.
In general, knowledge of real-time 3D sets students up for success. By learning and using this technology now, students will be at the forefront and able to adapt faster as new 3d design technology emerges.
Reach out to i2e today to learn more about free Unreal Engine training and curriculum for your classroom or visit our Unreal Engine page for more information.
