University of Nevada, Reno Extended Studies is partnered with Circuit Stream to offer online programs in XR development and design.

For full information, visit https://xrcourse.com/unr

Interaction Design and Prototyping for XR

Earn an industry leading XR design certificate for one of the most in demand skills in the market. In this 10-week online program, you will learn to design new experiences for augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) technologies, gain best practices and a fundamental toolbox to create intuitive and immersive user interfaces. Topics include best UX and usability theory and practices, visual design, prototyping and VR interactions.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Understand the process of designing new experiences for AR/VR/XR and how it differs from designing for web or mobile software
  • Apply the best practices and patterns of design to immersive environments and XR application
  • Consider the usability considerations when designing for immersive experiences
  • Use tools processes and techniques to design interfaces and layouts

Course Format:

This program is offered completely online over the course of 10 weeks. There are two 1.5-hour online live sessions per week along with optional evening drop-in office hours offered an hour each day Monday through Friday. Course work includes quizzes and problem-based learning challenges.

For full information and to register, visit Interaction Design and Prototyping for XR

XR Development With Unity

Earn an industry leading AR/VR certificate for one of the most in demand skills in the market. In this 10-week online program, you will learn to create AR and VR applications using Unity, C# and industry-standard tools for developing XR applications. Through a proven, project-based curriculum, you will complete the course with the foundational skills needed to build immersive technologies in XR.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

  • Understand the process of designing new experiences for AR/VR/XR and how it differs from designing for web or mobile software
  • Create their own VR or AR project in Unity
  • Design for different XR platforms
  • Design for different XR platforms
  • Manage production of XR projects
  • Analyze the technical feasibility of XR projects
  • Collaborate in teams working with Unity
  • Leverage a powerful network in the XR industry

Course Format:

This program is offered completely online over the course of 10 weeks. There are two 1.5-hour online live sessions per week along with optional evening drop-in office hours offered an hour each day Monday through Friday. Course work includes quizzes and problem-based learning challenges.

For full information and to register, visit XR Development With Unity