Emerging Technology
Emerging Technology
COID 333 | Online, In-Person | 2nd 7 Weeks | 3 credits
Welcome to Emerging Technology taught by Britton Hennessy. Gain hands-on experience working with emerging technologies including, but not limited to: virtual reality, augmented reality, 3D printing, internet of things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and voice assistance. Use these tools to develop creative solutions and learn to apply them to a variety of projects and settings. Students will finish the course with 6 projects and 1 professional portfolio to showcase their hard work.
Course Calendar
| Week | Lessons | Projects |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesson 1: Intro to Emerging Technology Get a comprehensive overview of the course and learn about the impacts technology has on society. | Project 1: Tech Review Create a tech review about a piece of technology that you’re excited about. After researching, you’ll write a blog post, record a podcast, or film a vlog reviewing the technology. |
| 2 | Lesson 2: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Learn the basics of machine learning and artificial intelligence while understanding the potential outcomes of the technology. | Project 2: Build Your Own Machine Learning Models Build a machine learning model by designing concepts around your own images, sounds, and poses. Test out multiple prototypes and reflect on the experience. |
| 3 | Lesson 3: 3D Printing Learn about what 3D printing is and how it could change our manufacturing and consumption processes to enable the "4th industrial revolution". | Project 3: Create a 3D Model Design and create a 3D model using a 3D modeling program. Brainstorm concepts and design your own model with the option to print using a 3D printer. Wrap up the project by reflecting on your experience. |
| 4 | Lesson 4: Automation Learn the basic concepts of the Internet of Things (IoT), where the technology currently sits, and the implications of the technology in the future. | Project 4: Build an IoT Automation Build an automation that connects multiple apps together. Research available apps and put together a workflow that connects everything together. End the project by reflecting on your experience. |
| 5 | Lesson 5: VR/AR Learn about where virtual reality's current uses and where it's going in the future. | Project 5: Demo VR/AR Get the full VR experience by first demoing with a VR headset and then by creating an AR lens. Once complete, you’ll reflect on your experience. |
| 6 | Lesson 6: Blockchain Learn about the basics of blockchain technology and its impact on society with use cases such as cryptocurrency, smart contracts, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). | Project 6: Create an NFT Build your personal digital cryptocurrency wallet and connect it a marketplace. Create your own NFT and finish by reflecting on your experience. |
| 7 | Lesson 7: Portfolio & Wrap Up Learn tips and tricks for creating an effective and professional portfolio and how to present it, build a network and market yourself to potential employers. | Project 7: Portfolio Design Want to impress potential employers or provide a case for a promotion? Build a professional portfolio to showcase your new skills. |