Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation is partnering with VyVoxel, an Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality (AR/VR) company, to offer a course on AR/VR Programming for students to build a career in this cutting-edge field.
The course is offered in online mode and has a duration of 60 hours. The last date to apply for the First Batch is March 31, 2024. The first batch will commence on April 1, 2024. As the course is being taught online, there will be no restrictions on students admitted to each batch.
VyVoxel is a company based in Santa Clara, USA and in Chennai specialising in visual computing and application development. It develops enterprise solutions in AR, VR and MR experiences, 3D graphics, animation, programming and computer vision.
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The AR and VR programming course bridges the need for qualified professionals in the field, IIT Madras said in a statement. It provides adequate theory and extensive programming experience using industry-standard tools such as Unity 3D, C# programming, Vuphoria and XR Interaction kit, among others.
It teaches students how to design, code and publish AR and VR applications to mobile devices (both Android and iOS), tablets, and headsets. Students also get a chance to work on industry-level projects so that they are ready to be a part of this exciting field. The course has been designed by AR and VR professionals with in-depth project knowledge and a clear understanding of what the industry needs, the statement added.
The course covers the basics of 3D modelling, marker, and markerless AR, Virtual Reality programming and interaction and its applications in training, manufacturing and field service, C# programming, user interface design and exposure to applications in various industries such as healthcare, logistics, retail, ecommerce, branding and product launches, architecture etc.
“AR and VR as a field is at a tipping point with hardware, software and technology adoption reaching critical mass. It is imperative now to create talent pools that can service industry needs in the coming years. It is an exciting area growing exponentially with applications in various industries and we are elated to be able to partner with VyVoxel in bringing this course to students,” said Balamurali Shankar, Chief Knowledge Officer, Digital Skills Academy at IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies.
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