Course Description
The CyArk Virtual Training Course on Photogrammetry Processing and Modeling is an intensive two-week program designed to teach participants how to create high-quality 3D models from photogrammetric data. In the first week, the course covers pre-processing and initial processing techniques, such as image alignment, component creation, and basic troubleshooting. Participants will also learn about sensor fusion, the CyArk workflow, and gaining expertise in RealityCapture software. By the end of this week, they will be proficient in merging raw data and aligning images.
The second week focuses on transforming aligned images into polished 3D models. Participants will master 3D mesh generation, optimization, and editing, resulting in accurate and visually appealing models. Advanced texturing and UV unwrapping techniques will be taught to enhance model realism, allowing participants to control resolution, file size, and overall appearance of their models. To effectively share and showcase their work, participants will learn how to utilize Sketchfab. The course concludes with finalizing models in RealityCapture and exploring practical applications through real-world case studies integrated throughout both weeks.
Through this comprehensive training, participants will acquire a robust skill set encompassing data processing, 3D model creation, refinement, and presentation. They will be equipped to produce a range of outputs, including orthographic images, animations, overlays, and contour maps. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts in cultural heritage preservation, archaeology, and related fields, this course empowers individuals to elevate their 3D data processing and modeling capabilities.
Course Objectives
Master CyArk's Processing Workflow
- Learn the standardized workflow used by CyArk for data processing.
Proficiency in Pre-Processing Techniques
- Gain skills in pre-processing images in Adobe Lightroom for further modeling.
Foundational Understanding of RealityCapture Software
- Become adept at using RealityCapture, mastering both its basic and advanced functionalities for 3D modeling.
Skill in Sensor Fusion
- Learn to integrate data from multiple sensors to create comprehensive 3D models.
Advanced Image Alignment Techniques
- Gain expertise in aligning images using component-based approaches and advanced methods.
3D Mesh Generation and Optimization
- Learn to generate and optimize 3D meshes from processed data, ensuring accuracy and detail.
Mesh Editing and Model Cleanup
- Effectively clean, edit, and refine 3D models to improve quality and accuracy.
Texturing and UV Unwrapping
- Enhance model realism through advanced texturing and UV unwrapping techniques, controlling resolution, file size, and appearance.
Showcasing Models on Sketchfab
- Learn to utilize Sketchfab for sharing and presenting 3D models effectively.
Producing Derivatives
- Create a range of outputs, including orthographic images, renders, animations, overlays, and contour maps, to effectively visualize and present 3D models.
Practical Applications through Case Studies
- Explore real-world applications of photogrammetry in cultural heritage and other fields through integrated case studies.
Schedule and Format
The CyArk Virtual Training Course on Photogrammetric Data Processing features a total of 12 hours of live, interactive sessions conducted using Google Meet, supplemented with offline activities. With a maximum of 10 participants, the course offers an intimate setting that allows for direct interaction and personalized feedback from the instructor. This structure ensures a supportive and engaging learning environment where participants can actively engage with the material, ask questions, and receive tailored guidance on their projects, enhancing their mastery of photogrammetric data processing and 3D model creation.
Note: Participants will need a suitable broadband connection and must be available during the posted times to fully benefit from the course.
- September 16 (Monday): 07:00-09:00 PST
- September 18 (Wednesday): 07:00-09:00 PST
- September 20 (Friday): 07:00-09:00 PST
- September 23 (Monday): 07:00-09:00 PST
- September 25 (Wednesday): 07:00-09:00 PST
- September 27 (Friday): 07:00-09:00 PST
Start Times in Other Time Zones:
- EST (Eastern Standard Time): 10:00-12:00
- BST (British Summer Time): 15:00-17:00
- CET (Central European Time): 16:00-18:00
- IST (India Standard Time): 19:30-21:30
- CST (China Standard Time): 22:00-00:00
Instructor - Rob Kesack
Rob serves CyArk in dual roles as a Technical Trainer and Field Capture Specialist. He is instrumental in developing training materials, leading both in-person and virtual workshops, and supporting on-site reality capture projects by capturing, processing, and optimizing digital data to meet diverse project needs. Rob is dedicated to demystifying reality capture technologies and techniques, helping stakeholders understand their capabilities, and simplifying the field's perceived complexity. He holds a B.A. in Anthropology from Rhode Island College and a Master of Science in Historic Preservation from the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation at Columbia University.
Before joining CyArk, Rob consulted for organizations such as Stantec and Factum Arte. He has presented at conferences hosted by the Association of North American Graduate Programs in Conservation (ANAGPIC) and the Association for Preservation Technology International (APTI). Additionally, he has published work on photogrammetry in the scholarly journal Technology | Architecture + Design.
