In this Houdini FX course, you will develop the skills you need to get up and running. You'll get the most out of this course when you're brand new to Houdini FX, but still have a basic understanding of general 3D concepts. We will start with the first time you ever launch Houdini and walk through creating an awesome 3D model based on nodes. Along the way, you will learn some of the most powerful aspects of this node-based software such as the key concepts of the Houdini user interface, basic geometry manipulation and polygon modeling. We will also explore how to import geometry, create custom user interfaces, apply materials and manipulate UVs. We will get our feet wet in each step of the pipeline, including modeling, animation, dynamics, lighting and rendering to construct a FX shot using rigid bodies and fractured geometry. By the end of this Houdini FX training, you will be able to dive into the science, engineering and other industries with confidence.