Google ARCore — Augmented Reality Development for Education and Innovation Training Course

Foundations of Augmented Reality

• Defining AR: exploring concepts, historical context, and modern applications
• AR mechanics: examining sensors, camera inputs, and the basics of computer vision
• An overview of ARCore’s capabilities and compatible device ecosystem

Setting Up the Development Environment

• Configuring the ARCore SDK for use with Android Studio and Unity
• Installing essential libraries, build tools, and project dependencies
• Adjusting project configurations and setting up device debugging workflows

ARCore Components and API Usage

• Explaining motion tracking and environmental awareness mechanisms
• Utilizing plane detection, light estimation, and the depth API
• Implementing Cloud Anchors to enable shared AR experiences
• Managing 3D models, textures, and material properties within AR scenes

Hands-On Project Development

• Architecting and building an AR-based commercial simulation application
• Designing interactive interfaces and product visualization features
• Coding basic user interactions such as touch, rotation, and scaling

Integration and Release Process

• Validating AR applications on supported Android devices
• Exporting, packaging, and distributing apps via the Play Store or internal channels
• Applying best practices for performance optimization, user experience, and data handling
• Preparing comprehensive documentation and project assets for stakeholder presentation

Capstone Project

• Designing and building an AR prototype aimed at commercial education contexts
• Demonstrating technical functionality and system performance
• Conducting pedagogical assessments and discussing real-world application strategies

Recap and Future Learning Paths