Planners frequently rely on models and simulation to convey their vision to the public, city officials, and other stakeholders. With the advent of virtual reality, planners now have a new tool that can more vividly and precisely communicate their plans. Learn the basics of VR creation and how planners can integrate it into their process.
Virtual Reality Courses
74 Mins
- AIA CES
- AICP CM
- SACPLAN CPD
Top Virtual Reality Instructors
Chase Mullen
Chase is the Director of Design Visualization at MIG. With an acute eye for graphics and...
David Rouse
David is a consultant, educator, and author with over 40 years of experience in urban and...
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CityEngine for Planners 3: Integration and GIS
Instructor: Elliot Hartley
Learn how to import real-world data from satellite imagery and terrain to GIS data.
CityEngine for Planners 2: Coding in Computer Generated Architecture (CGA) and Exporting
Instructor: Elliot Hartley
The second course of the City Engine for Planners track dives into coding in Esri CityEngine’s proprietary Computer Generated Architecture (CGA) code.
CityEngine for Planners 1: Introduction
Instructor: Elliot Hartley
This course is designed for beginners seeking an introduction to 3D procedural modeling and CityEngine software.