Mechanical & Industrial Engrg 597VR - ST-Augmented & VirtReality Des

This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the state of the art in Augmented (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies, how these technologies work, and how to leverage these technologies to design extended reality experiences and tools in commercial, industrial, and entertainment settings. This course will focus on understanding and addressing limitations of AR and VR that allow for their effective use, and on principles of Human Computer Interaction and processes for designing AR and VR applications. This course will consist of lectures, guest lectures, directed readings, and a course project.