This track explores the emerging technology and digital worlds of Virtual Reality (VR). This is the bleeding edge of technology and experiences that are being developed for future careers.
These are the simple steps you will need to take to get into the Virtual Reality & Simulations program at Utah Valley University. Make sure you meet with an advisor, as they will be your guide to being successful in the program.
Apply to UVU
Meet with an Advisor
Tell your advisor you're interested in the following:
Animation & Game Development program
Register for Fall 2022 Classes
DGM 1645 - Mixed Reality Essentials
Teaches fundamentals of Virtual Reality for development and how to properly create engaging interfaces in the virtual space
DGM 1220 - Digital Design Essentials
Teaches fundamentals of digital layout for web development and how to properly create engaging interfaces
DGM 1660 - Intro to 3D Modeling and Surfacing
Instructs students to develop 3d models, UV maps, and 2D textures. Teaches how to integrate models into a realtime rendering engine
“I am so excited about this program! We have already worked on industry projects, thanks to our experienced and trained professors. They help us understand current and future trends of the ever-changing VR industry.”
— Jenna Smith
These are some of the examples of the projects in the Extended Reality and Simulations Track. Students work with industry partners and clients to build projects for simulating the manufaturing process for silicon chips to crime screen virtualization.
There are job listings for VR and Simulations Careers-the future is already here.
Extended Reality & Simulation Tech Jobs
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Extended Reality & Simulation Salary Ranges
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