Extended Reality (2 Credits)

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this course, student will be able to: LO1 – Explain the fundamental principles of XR systems, including the architectural differences between AR and VR, tracking systems, and human perception issues; LO2 – Apply core Mobile AR features using Unity and AR Foundation, covering Plane Detection, Raycasting, Image Tracking, and Session Origin management; LO3 – Design intuitive user interfaces (UI) and interaction mechanisms for touchscreens in a 3D spatial context; LO4 – Analyze application performance bottlenecks and applying optimization techniques for smooth operation on mobile devices.

Topics:

1.  Introduction to Spatial Computing;
2. Setup;
3. 3D Assets for Mobile ;
4. C# Scripting for Touch Input;
5. AR Foundation Core: Plane Detection;
6. Raycasting;
7. Placement Interaction;
8. Image Tracking (Marker-based AR);
9. Spatial UI/UX (World Space vs Screen);
10. Advanced Gesture Interaction (Scale and Rotate);
11. Face Tracking (Augmented Face);
12. Lighting Estimation;
13. Realism;
14. Mobile Optimizationp;
15. Profiling;
16. Critical Analysis of UX;
17. Ethics;
18. Final Showcase.