Physics Simulations and Educational Games for Optics Workforce Training

In this webinar, published by the Center for Workforce Development, Dr. Erik Verlage showcases interactive simulations and games designed to teach optics fundamentals and increase student engagement in online learning offerings. The video begins with a project overview of the virtual manufacturing lab. Next, Verlage explains the fundamentals of optics and photonics, explores desktop virtual reality simulators for manufacturing workforce training, and highlights application based virtual games. A Q&A follows the presentation. The webinar recording runs 43:16 minutes in length.