ARCH 256, Section 1

Immersion
Winter 2024
Instructors: Thomas Moran
Term: Winter 2024
Section: 1
Class Number: 28831
Credits: 2
Required: Yes
Elective: No
Meets: Tue, Thu 8:30-11:30am TVLab/Computer Lab (March. 4-Apr. 23)
Course Brief:

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: March 18, 2024