Course Introduction

Module 1 Videos

Module 1 Challenge

Module 2 Videos

Module 2 Challenge

Module 3 Videos

Module 3 Challenge

Module 4 Videos

Module 4 Challenge

Module 5 Videos

Module 5 Challenge

Module 6 Videos

Module 6 Challenge

Next Steps

Module 1 Assessment

Module 2 Assessment

Module 3 Assessment

Module 4 Assessment

Module 5 Assessment

Module 6 Assessment

Unity is more than just a game engine—it’s a powerful real-time 3D platform transforming industries like manufacturing, architecture, and engineering. In this module, you’ll learn how Unity is used for industrial applications, explore real-world examples, and understand the core benefits of real-time 3D development in professional workflows. 

Module 1: Introduction to Unity Industry Applications

Now that you understand how Unity is used in industry applications, it's time to set up your own project in Unity. This module will guide you through the essential steps to create, configure, and optimize a Unity project for your specific workflow. Whether you're working with real-time visualization, simulations, or interactive environments, setting up your project correctly ensures efficiency, organization, and performance optimization from the start.

Module 2: Setting Up a Unity Project

In this module, you’ll get a hands-on introduction to Unity’s interface, learning how to navigate, customize, and efficiently work within the editor. Understanding how to use key windows like the Scene View, Game View, Hierarchy, Project, and Inspector will set the foundation for a smooth and productive workflow.

Module 3: Navigating the Unity Editor

GameObjects and Scenes are the core building blocks of any Unity project. In this module, you’ll learn how to create, modify, and organize GameObjects, structure your scenes effectively, and apply essential transformations like moving, rotating, and scaling objects. You’ll also explore parent-child relationships, multiple scene management, and best practices for keeping your projects structured.

Module 4: Working with GameObjects and Scenes

Assets are the building blocks of any Unity project, including 3D models, textures, materials, audio, and scripts. In this module, you'll learn how to import, organize, and optimize assets to keep your project structured and efficient. You'll also discover best practices for managing large asset libraries and maintaining performance in real-time 3D applications.

Module 5: Importing and Organizing Assets

Now that you’ve learned how to import, organize, and manage assets, it’s time to apply those skills in a real-world project! In this module, you’ll build a virtual showroom, a commonly used interactive visualization in industries like architecture, automotive, and manufacturing. You’ll learn how to set up a scene, arrange 3D models, apply materials, adjust lighting, and create a functional showroom that displays assets in an interactive environment.

Module 6: Building the Virtual Showroom

Introduction_to_Unity_for_Industry_Project_Files.zip

 is a 30-day free trial of Unity Industry that includes access to Unity’s powerful tools designed to help you innovate in any industry - from automotive and manufacturing to construction, healthcare, and retail. Unity provides advanced visualization, simulation, AR/VR, and interactive applications to accelerate innovation and improve workflows.

This course is designed for professionals in manufacturing, architecture, engineering, and other industries who want to master the core fundamentals of Unity without prior experience.

Through step-by-step tutorials, you’ll learn how to set up projects, navigate the Unity Editor, and manage assets efficiently. Discover best practices for organizing scenes, working with GameObjects, and optimizing assets for real-time performance. You’ll also explore essential concepts like materials, lighting, and basic scene management to build a solid foundation in Unity.

By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to create a basic virtual showroom, showcasing 3D models with a professional touch. Whether you’re looking to enhance your presentations, visualize products, or take your first step into real-time 3D, this course provides everything you need to get started.

Introduction to Unity for Industry

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Welcome to Introduction to Unity for Industry!

Welcome to Introduction to Unity for Industry

This course consists of a mixture of 10 hours of video content and self-directed work. The material is intended for those who are new to Unity. 

Course format:  This course is structured as a series of modules that contain:

Videos that walk you through key concepts, skills, and include expert tips

Assessments to check your understanding of key concepts and workflows

Challenges that allow you to practice your newly acquired skills by using the downloadable project files

Course completion:  To successfully complete this course, you need to achieve a passing score in all of the module-end assessments. Please provide your feedback and rate your experience by completing the survey at the end of the course. You will then be awarded a certificate of completion that you can download and print.

Course prerequisites:  Before you begin, make sure you meet the prerequisites listed here.

Unity 6 installed (We'll walk through installing this in Module 2.)

What next? Download the project files from the section below, start from the first video, or jump to the topic that is of most interest to you. Happy learning!

Course Introduction

1. Course Introduction

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