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CS462 ENGAGING IN VIRTUAL WORLDS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Description<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This introductory course provides a hands-on foundation in the design, development, and scripting of immersive 3D virtual environments. Using industry-standard software, students learn essential workflows to build, animate, and deploy interactive real-time worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Topics Covered<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • 3D Modeling & Asset Creation:<\/strong> Core geometry generation, object properties, and asset optimization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • World Building & Composition:<\/strong> Spatial layout, environmental design, and scene staging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lighting & Shading:<\/strong> Direct\/indirect illumination, materials, and real-time rendering pipelines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Animation Systems:<\/strong> Keyframing, object locomotion, and character rigging basics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Interactivity & Scripting:<\/strong> Event triggers, behavioral logic, and user input integration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Learning Outcomes<\/strong> By the end of the course, students will be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Assemble cohesive, real-time 3D environments applying core visual composition and spatial layout techniques.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Configure lighting, shaders, and rendering pipelines to achieve targeted aesthetic and performance standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Rig, animate, and control dynamic objects and character assets within a virtual space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Program interactive gameplay mechanics and reactive environments using industry-standard scripting tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Analyze, optimize, and iterate on existing 3D environments to satisfy specific functional and artistic criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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      Fall 2026 Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Lectures <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
      Day <\/strong><\/td>Time <\/strong><\/td>Location<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
      Tuesday and Thursday<\/td>3:30pm – 4:45pm<\/td>Physiology 103<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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        Instructor<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n