Game Design for XR. 3 credits, 3 contact hours

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Prerequisites: IT 201 or IT 266 or IT 286 . The course presents the concepts that address hardware and software technologies and principles of perception for mixed reality (virtual and augmented reality) applications. During the course, the students will have an opportunity to build a virtual or augmented reality application and test it with Oculus, Vive, Magic Leap, or HoloLens. During this course, students will learn to design and develop immersive experiences with VR/AR headsets, stereo displays, and large projection screens. They will incorporate body and eye trackers, follow and discuss the latest AR/VR trends, explore why some games make people feel immersed, and others make people sick. Students will also explore the differences and similarities between computer and human vision. This course is hands-on; It will be utilizing Unity 3D or Unreal Engine. The end of the year project will showcase all the different skills and knowledge acquired throughout the semester.