[Free] Virtual Reality: A Quick Introduction

A brief, yet thorough, introduction to the latest high-tech craze called Virtual Reality. – Free Course

Added on March 31, 2024 IT & Software 2 min read

What you’ll learn

Understanding of what Virtual Reality is all about.
Recognize and distinguish between the different types of Virtual Environments.
Confidently carry on a conversation about the industry.
Sound cool and be in-the-know!

Requirements

An internet connection and a little curiosity.

Description

Confused about all this talk about Virtual Reality? So many different names, so many different initials: VR, AR, MR, DR, 360, 3D, Holograms, Volumetric, Stereoscopic, Virtual Worlds & Virtual Environments. Its enough to make your head spin. Arent they all just GAMES anyway? (Turns out theyre not!)

This course will get you up to speed on all things Virtual. Well answer these questions and more: What exactly is Virtual Reality?

What are people doing in there, anyway?
Why all the hype?
Whats at heart of it all?
What do you need to view it?
Whats the difference between VR, AR, MR, 360, Holographics and more?
Is it safe?
Whats coming next?

Description:

Along with clear explanations, we take you in-world and let you see examples for yourself. This course covers a wide range of Virtual Environments with a focus on the bare minimum you need to know so youll be ready for the next big high-tech wave.

Plus weve attached free resources with links to all things VR.

Theres about to be a revolution! And its a Virtual one at that! Come take the plunge into a new world!

What are the requirements?

An internet connection and a little curiosity.

What am I going to get from this course?

By the end of this course…

You will have a broad understanding of what Virtual Reality is all about. And a deeper understanding of the different types of Virtual Environments.
Youll understand the latest news and be able to carry on a conversation about the industry.
Youll sound cool and be in-the-know!

What is the target audience: