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Work by Li Wan

Overview

Topics Covered

  • High-level fluid simulations in Houdini
  • Pyro workflows and procedural tool building
  • Destruction, fracture systems, and volumetric rendering
  • Complete multiple rendered and composited effects shots
…and more

Course Format & Structure

  • 10-week in-person course with weekly 3-hour sessions
  • Instructor-led demonstrations and structured, project-based learning
  • Collaborative studio environment with peer critique
  • Average class size of 12
  • Access to dedicated lab/studio space and campus learning resources

Software/Technique

  • SideFX Houdini

Recommended Experience

Course Level

Advanced

Tuition

$2,061 +$25 enrollment fee (Pay-in-Full Option)

Or 3 monthly payments of
$712
+$25 enrollment fee

Total cost: $2,161 (includes $75 payment plan fee)

Payments are due monthly.
Enrollment fee is due with first payment installment.

Spring Term 2026

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Eric Araujo

Effects Supervisor

Day:
Tue
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Date:
Apr 7, 2026 - Jun 9, 2026
Location:
LAB8
Info
Individual courses are not vocational in nature, do not lead to a certificate/diploma, and are outside of institutional accreditation.

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