Exam Objectives
Unity Certified User Artist
The Unity Certified User Artist certification exam will test the basics of 2D and 3D digital artistry within Unity software to create interactivity in games, apps, AR/VR, and other experiences. The exam objectives are aligned with current industry standards set by professionals and educators. Individuals will be expected to have at least 150 hours of Unity software use and training to obtain this certification.
Individuals who have earned the Unity Certified User Artist certification have
demonstrated mastery of the following skills:
1. Asset Management
1.1. Import assets including but not limited to settings for FBX, OBJ and associated
textures.
1.2. Import and configure assets from the Unity Asset Store.
1.3. Slice spritesheets for use in a 2D scene including but not limited to using the
default Sprite Editor and 9-slicing.
1.4. Identify mesh components including vertices, polygon faces and edges.
1.5. Create key frames and change tangents in the Curve Editor using the
Animation window.
1.6. Create, modify and utilize Prefabs.
2. Scene Content Design
2.1. Utilize Transform tools and the Transform component in the Inspector.
2.2. Create prototype scenes using Unity primitives and/or low poly meshes
utilizing white box/grey box techniques.
2.3. Create and edit a landscape with materials utilizing the Terrain tool including
but not limited to mask maps, texture painting, and diffuse properties.
3. Lighting, Cameras, and Materials Implementation
3.1. Modify materials using the Standard Shader and editing properties including
but not limited to specular, transparency, normal, and albedo.
3.2. Identify basic lighting including but not limited to shadows, light settings, and
light shapes such as directional, area, spot, and point.
3.3. Utilize single camera set up including but not limited to isometric vs. standard,
camera component, background, culling masks, clipping planes, field of view
(FOV), etc.
3.4. Given a scenario, determine the appropriate rendering pipeline that should be
used.
Unity Overview
Empower creators to tell their stories, share their visions, and validate their skills.
Unity is the leading content-creation platform for AR/VR, real-time 3D, and mobile 2D. Unity is used by students and professionals around the world to create everything from games to movies, 3D models to VR simulations.
The Unity Certified User (UCU) certification is an entry-level credential that allow individuals to get started in interactive content creation for industries such as gaming, entertainment, automotive, AEC, and XR. Unity Certified User certification helps employers and institutions verify a candidate’s knowledge and skills using Unity technology to succeed in these industries. Whether it’s a desire to create games and apps or build new worlds in AR/VR, Unity Certified User certification is the place to start.
Benefits of the Unity Certified User certification in the classroom
- Result-driven way to ensure your curriculum aligns with industry and global standards.
- Prepares your students for college or a career using Unity technology to create interactive content.
- Positions your students as credible job candidates to employers with an industry-recognized credential.
Unity Certifications
Digital certification badges are web-enabled versions of a credential outcome and gives you the ability to share your certified skills online in a way that is simple, trusted and can be easily verified in real time.
Knowledge and expertise of Unity technology are some of the most requested skills in online job postings. Your digital certification badge makes it easy for you to validate abilities with potential employers on social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter, as well as email and online portfolios.
When you earn a Unity Certified User certification, you will be notified of the corresponding digital certification badge. Accept and use your digital badge to tell potential employers, academic institutions, colleagues and peers about your Unity credentials and interactive content creation skills. Find at more about UCU digital certification badges on Acclaim.
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