Virtual and Mixed Reality Technology unit (KIT208)

Introduction

This unit will explore the exciting field of virtual reality, mixed reality and the advanced concepts and technologies for interfacing humans with complex machines. We will discuss their potential impact on the way we think about computers and the way we interact with them. The unit will provide an introduction to advanced human-computer interfaces such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Tangible User Interface (TUI) technologies. Interface design principles will be reviewed from human factors and technological perspectives. Hardware, software, and design aspects of virtual interfaces will be investigated. We will also learn about these virtual interfaces designed and implemented in medicine, education, design and entertainment. Hands-on experience will be provided through a series of tutorial sessions to provide basic skills on using different tools to develop students' own simple interface applications. Completing this unit will provide you with an opportunity to obtain the Unity Certified User: VR Developer professional industry certification via completion of a certification exam. 

Summary

Unit name	Virtual and Mixed Reality Technology
Unit code	KIT208
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline	Information & Communication Technology
Coordinator	Doctor Winyu Chinthammit
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss the need for and use of virtual and mixed reality technologies in the world today
• Assess the potential of emerging interface technologies for real-world applications
• Use an iterative design process to develop an interface application that utilises virtual or mixed reality technologies to meet specified user needs

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

KIT101 or KIT107 or KIT109

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On-Line teaching arrangements:  Lecture: 1 hour weekly Independent Learning: 1hour weekly Tutorial: 2 hours weekly commencing in week 1
Assessment	Essay (15%)|Design of Interface Application (20%)|Development of Interface Application (I) (20%)|Development of Interface Application (II) (20%)|Development and Evaluation of Interface Application (25%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	N/A
Recommended	N/A

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