ARCH 256, Section 1

Immersion
Fall 2026
Instructors: Dawn Gilpin
Term: Fall 2026
Section: 1
Class Number: 35487
Credits: 2
Required: Yes
Elective: No
Meets: Tues, Thurs 8:30-11:30am 2109 A&AB (Aug 31-Oct 16)
Course Brief: Download

This studio module introduces students to techniques of design ideation, development, and representation through exercises utilizing virtual reality and augmented reality. The studio will focus on concepts of embodiment, affect, and spatial experience. Though intended primarily for students considering a design-related career, it is open to students from any discipline wishing to improve their visual literacy.

Learning objectives:

  • Design within media-enabled immersive environments
  • Introduction to XR technology
  • Introduction to rendering
  • Introduction to texture mapping
  • Introduction to digital materials

Software requirements:

  • Rhinoceros 3D
  • Adobe Photoshop

Drop/Add Deadline: September 14, 2026