Apr 13,2024

003 - The Future of Engineering Part III: Immersive Realities

 

The Future of Engineering Part III - Immersive Realities

 

Course Number: 003

 

Fee: Free

 

Length: 4 Hours

 

Credits: This course qualifies for 4 PDH (unstructured) and 4 CEU (structured) technical learning credits issued by most US State Engineering Regulatory Organizations and all Canadian Provincial and Territorial Engineering Regulatory Organizations.

Online, Self-Directed Format: Primarily Text with Illustrations and Video

 

Course Description (Syllabus):

 

Internet of Things and Big Data (Parts 1 and 2 of this series) have significantly enhanced the speed, quality, and scope of Immersive Realities.

 

This course is designed to provide an introductory understanding of the concepts, principles, devices, software, and applications of the three Immersive Realities: Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) and their impact on engineering.

 

We will delve into the fundamentals of VR, AR and MR, including their definitions, historical background, and basic principles. We will examine the evolution of VR, AR and MR technologies and how they have transformed the way engineers approach design, collaboration, prototyping, construction management, and other aspects of their work.

 

We will explore the various devices and software used in VR , AR and MR comparing their features and capabilities. This will provide participants with a solid understanding of the tools available for implementing VR, AR and MR applications in their engineering field.

 

Learning Outcomes: By completing this course you will learn:

 

1. Definition and overview of Immersive Technology: Virtual (VR), Augmented (AR) and Mixed Realities (MR)
2. The software and devices used in VR, AR, and MR technologies
3. How to create Virtual Realities
4. Applications of VR in different fields of engineering: Civil, Mechanical. Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical, Environmental, Agricultural
5. How to create Augmented Realities
6. Applications of AR in different fields of engineering: Civil, Mechanical. Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical, Environmental, Agricultural
7. How to create Mixed Realities
8. Applications of MR in different fields of engineering: Civil, Mechanical. Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical, Environmental, Agricultural
9. Technical challenges and human factors in Immersive Realities
10. The future of Immersive Realities

 

Who Should Take This Course: 

 

Engineering students, engineers less familiar with Immersive Realities and engineers who wish to update their knowledge of this rapidly evolving technology and how it is applied in their field of engineering.

 

Important Note: This course provides a foundation for future eMETA courses on the application of Immersive Realities in specific fields of engineering.

 

Course Instructions:

 

Enrollment: You must be registered and logged into the Engineer eLearning Centre website to access this online, self-directed course.

 

Once you are logged into your Engineer eLearning account click “Browse Courses” to find this course. Click Enroll and confirm you wish to enroll.

 

Once you have confirmed your enrollment you will be returned to your account “My Courses”. Click Enter Course in course profile box. You can enter the course at any time and as many times as you wish. There is no time limit as to when you must complete this course. To access the course learning content click the module headings in the side menu.

 

Credit Options

 

After completing this course you have the option of receiving eMETA PDH or CEU credit(s) or both. eMETA credits qualify for Unstructured and Structured technical learning credits required by most US State and all Canadian Provincial and Territorial Engineering Regulatory Organizations.

 

To receive your eMETA CEU credit you will be required to take an automated quiz.

 

Instructions on how to receive your credit(s) and download your PDF Certificate(s) are provided in the side menu of this course. Your credits will also be registered in your Engineer eLearning Centre account. You can download a Transcript of all credits earned in the Engineer eLearning Centre by clicking the Transcript tab in your account.

 

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