3D Scanning - DIG012AS3AE - Opinto-opas

3D Scanning, 3 cr - DIG012AS3AE

Upcoming implementations

3D Scanning DIG012AS3AE-3004 24.03.2025-16.05.2025 3 op (NONSTOP, ...) +-
Teaching methods and instruction

This virtual course covers the theory and practice of object scanning. The process allows you to scan a physical object and use it in a virtual world.

Students will use 3D scanning and modeling techniques in practical exercises.

Some of the software and equipment used include:

Reality Capture
Luma.ai
Other open-source or otherwise free scanning software

Learning material and recommended literature

The learning material consists of a knowledge package and exercises available in Moodle.

Working life connections

The necessity of 3D scanning has been emphasized in many different fields, and although there is no direct connection, it can be beneficial in various industries.

Campus

Pasila

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

You can retake the exam in Moodle twice.

Teaching language

English

Internationality

Courseware is in English.

Timing

24.03.2025 - 16.05.2025

Learning assignments

The learning tasks include scanning exercises of physical objects using photogrammetry, or if the student has access to a 3D scanner, they can also use it.

Enrollment

14.02.2025 - 24.03.2025

Content scheduling

Period 4
Groups
- NONSTOP
- VIRTUAL
Alternative learning methods

Ths course can be taken via RPL.

Teachers

Heikki Hietala

Seats

30 - 60

Further information

1 - 50/100 on the exam and a scanned simple object as a project, low-quality scan
3 - 70/100 on the exam and a scanned larger and more complex object as a project, medium-quality scan
5 - 85-100 on the exam and a scanned detailed, more complex object as a project, high-quality scan

Degree Programme

TRATI Tradenomi tietojenkäsittely, ITBBA Business Information Technology

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

3.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5
3D Scanning DIG012AS3AE-3002 18.08.2025-12.12.2025 3 op (NONSTOP, ...) +-
Campus

Pasila

Teaching language

English

Timing

18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025
Groups
- NONSTOP
- IT4PADIG1
- ITE4PADIG1
- ITB4PADIG1
- VIRTUAL
- INSTRUCTED
Teachers

Heikki Hietala

Seats

30 - 60

Degree Programme

TRATI Tradenomi tietojenkäsittely, ITBBA Business Information Technology

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

3.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5
3D Scanning DIG012AS3AE-3003 12.01.2026-15.05.2026 3 op (NONSTOP, ...) +-
Campus

Pasila

Teaching language

English

Timing

12.01.2026 - 15.05.2026
Groups
- NONSTOP
- IT4PADIG1
- ITE4PADIG1
- ITB4PADIG1
- VIRTUAL
- INSTRUCTED
Teachers

Heikki Hietala

Seats

30 - 60

Degree Programme

TRATI Tradenomi tietojenkäsittely, ITBBA Business Information Technology

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

3.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5
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Current implementations

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Past implementations

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After this course, the student knows the basic technologies of 3D scanning ands understands how they can be used to convert real world objects into their digital twins. He/she understands the basic similarities and differences of the technologies and can pick a useful technique for a given scanning task
A student who has completed this course will be able to take a real object through the scanning process and into a digital environment such as Blender.

The software and equipment used are
RealityCapture
Luma.ai

The content areas are:
Laser Triangulation Scanning: how lasers are used to measure the distance to a surface by triangulating the reflected light.
Structured Light Scanning: how patterns of light are projected onto a surface, and the deformed patterns are analyzed to reconstruct the 3D shape.
Time-of-Flight (ToF) Scanning: how ToF cameras measure the time it takes for light to travel from the source to the object and back to determine distance.
Photogrammetry: the principles of photogrammetry, where multiple images of an object are analyzed to triangulate and reconstruct its 3D structure.
Structured Light Scanning: how patterns of light are projected onto a surface, and the deformed patterns are analyzed to reconstruct the 3D shape.
3D Scanning Software: Overview of software used for 3D data processing and reconstruction. This will include both open-source and commercial solutions.

VIRTUAL
In case of RPL or work&study, please contact the teacher of implementation.

The 3D Scanning course at a university of applied sciences offers an introduction to the theory and practice of 3D scanning, a technology increasingly used across various fields. The course typically covers different scanning methods, including photogrammetry and 3D scanners, along with software used to process and refine scans. Students learn to scan physical objects and bring them into digital environments, a skill useful for applications in design, gaming, cultural heritage, engineering, and more.
This course is ideal as an introductory course for students interested in fields like digital media, architecture, industrial design, and virtual reality, as well as anyone looking to expand their skills in digital modeling and 3D technology. It provides hands-on experience with tools and techniques that are valuable in both creative and technical industries.

DIG012AS2AE Basic 3D Design with Blender MUST be taken prior to this course with a good grade, or, the student must display adequate design competence using Blender, 3DS Max, or Cinema 4D.
Any other 3D package can be considered, if it exports STL file format files.

1 - The student scores at least 40/100 on the Moodle exam and is able to produce a simple scanned object.

3 - The student scores at least 60/100 on the exam and is able to produce a well-scanned object.

5 - The student scores at least 80/100 on the exam and is able to produce a high-quality scanned object or objects.