VR Software Setup

In this lesson, you will get all the necessary software for your computer and your VR device installed and configured for VR development. If you haven’t already, you should install the recommended version of Unity to be able to follow along with this course. Depending on which VR device you intend to use, you may also need to install additional export modules. 

You will also make sure that your VR headset is configured properly for development and testing, including downloading any additional device-specific software that is required. 

Overview

Course Requirements

Before you begin

Quest device setup

Other device setup

Set up version control 

Recap

In this unit, you will set up your computer and your VR headset so that they are ready to begin VR development. In these tutorials, you will:

Install the correct version of Unity, including any required export modules.

Configure your device for testing and development, including downloading any additional required software.

Unit 1: Software Setup 

Course Introduction 

Week 1 Live Sessions

Week 2 Live Sessions

1.1 - VR Project Setup

1.2 - VR Locomotion

1.3 - Grabbable Objects

1.4 - Sockets

Challenge 1 - Architecture Review

Week 3 Live Sessions

2.1 - Audio and Haptics

2.2 - Activation Events

2.3 - Direct and Ray Interactors

2.4 - User Interface

Challenge 2 - 3D Painting

Week 4 Live Sessions

3.1 - Comfort and Accessibility

3.2 - Optimization

3.3 - Lighting

3.4 - Building and Sharing

Challenge 3 - Training Simulation

Submit Your Project

Quiz 1 - VR Basics

Quiz 2 - VR Events & Interactions

Quiz 3 - VR Ergonomics & Optimization

Rig Simulator Keyboard Shortcuts.pdf

Create-with-VR_2021LTS.zip

Open a new VR project

Open and explore the starter scene

Add a room and background

Run the app with the Device Simulator

Test in VR through Unity

Build and run on your device

Test on other OpenXR-compatible devices

Extension Activities

Add grabbable hats to the scene

Turn the hook into a simple socket

Duplicate the sockets and attach hats by default

Make your head a socket for hats

Prevent other objects from acting like hats

Extensions

In this unit, you will learn the basics of setting up a VR project and implementing simple interactivity. In these tutorials, you will: 

Set up a VR-ready project with the room of your choice 

Implement locomotion so that users can move around the scene 

Add grabbable objects users can pick up and throw around 

Set up sockets that objects can snap into 

In the challenge for this unit, you will apply your skills in an architectural review prototype.

Unit 2: VR Basics

Add haptic feedback on hover and select enter

Add audio feedback on either hover or select enter

Add 3D audio from the fireplace

Add a Reverb Zone

Experiment with spatializer plugins [optional]

Add a world space UI into the room

Edit the welcome text

Add an OK button to the panel

Make the OK button remove the welcome panel

Make a reset UI canvas

Show reset panel on secondary button press

Teleport back to the starting position on button press

Challenge walkthrough

Getting started

Challenge tasks

Bonus tasks

Hints

In this unit, you will implement more complex interactions in VR based to make the experience more immersive. In these tutorials, you will:

Apply new functionality to specific objects

Allow the user to toggle between multiple types of interactors

In the challenge for this unit, you will apply your skills in a 3D painting prototype.

Unit 3: VR Events and Interactions

In this unit, you will focus on ergonomics and optimization for VR to make your app as accessible and comfortable as possible. In these tutorials, you will:

In the challenge for this unit, you will apply your skills in an industrial training simulation prototype.

Unit 4: VR Optimization and Lighting

Syllabus

Scope and Sequence

All Lesson Plans

Standards Alignment

Create with VR Slide Decks

Teacher Orientation Worksheet

Classroom Preparation Tips

Live Session Links

Unity Learn Educator Hub

Educator resource links

Sample parental consent and waiver form

Unity for Educators - Facebook Community

Meta Quest Deployment Notes.pdf

This course is a blend of recorded live learning sessions, self-paced tutorials, and projects. Each unit will consist of:

An hour-long recorded live session, led by Mark Suter (Elida High School), Debbie Boscombe (Diman High School) and special guests, with tools, tips and strategies to bring VR development into the classroom.

~5 hours of self-paced learning and hands-on projects.

A recorded open office to support educators with projects and to answer questions related to teaching VR. 

This course is for educators who want to equip their students with the skills and experience that will enable them to be the creators of tomorrow. The course provides training, support, community, and resources for educators to successfully teach VR development with Unity.

In the self-paced part of this course, you will learn to design and develop your own Virtual Reality (VR) applications. You will create prototypes, attempt challenges, and complete quizzes to build and solidify your skillset. Whether you want to create an interactive walkthrough of an ancient ruin, a product configurator for a car manufacturer, a simulator for operating dangerous machinery, or any other experience, this course will help you and your students bring those ideas to life in VR.

To access educator resources such as the course syllabus, scope and sequence, lesson plans and more, navigate to the “For Educators” tab. 