This class is a high-level exploration of the possibilities for visual communication using a variety of technologies and display venues; through demonstration and discussion, we will consider Deep Media's applicability to meet current research and pedagogical challenges. We will examine the various tools and data formats involved in the publishing pipelines for interactive 3D. Participants will critically examine the features and methods of different publishing approaches and will leave with an understanding of the ecology of tools available to translate and publish their content. We will also dive into the authoring process for 3D and 4D environments. From text editors to open-source/freeware tools to commercial packages, participants will examine how to build basic objects and environments with geometry and appearance types, lighting, animation, and interaction and publish them to the web.

This online course is being presented in collaboration with VT's Advanced Research Computing Group: http://www.arc.vt.edu/
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Location:	3080 Torgersen
Price:	Free
Sponsor:	Faculty Development Institute
Contact:	Ed Schwartz ed.schwartz@vt.edu (540) 231-4975
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