Unreal: Introduction to Materials

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Free Online Course: Unreal: Introduction to Materials provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 2-3 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Unreal: Introduction to Materials is taught by Craig Barr.

Overview
  • Get a straightforward introduction to Unreal materials. Learn how to use materials to control the look of your 3D models, including color, transparency, shininess, and more.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Welcome
    • What to know
    • Using the exercise files
    1. UE4 Material Basics
    • Creating a simple material
    • The UE4 material editor
    • Applying materials to objects
    • UE4 material starting points
    2. Editing Materials
    • Material inputs
    • Material Editor nodes
    • Importing textures
    • Using textures with materials
    3. Creating PBR Materials
    • What are PBR materials?
    • Creating wood materials
    • Creating plastic and metal
    • Applying logos and decals
    • Guitar string material
    4. UE4 Material Effects
    • Transparent materials
    • Emissive materials
    • Metal fresnel effect
    • Animated materials
    Conclusion
    • Next steps