AI+3D AR Game Design with NVIDIA AI & Python for High Schoolers

AGES: 14+

LENGTH: 2 weeks

DESCRIPTION

High school tech enthusiasts and aspiring game designers (Ages 14-18) are invited to embark on an exciting three-week journey into AR coding, AI, and game design. No prior coding experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn. Students will progress from beginner to advanced levels, earning an official NVIDIA AI certificate upon successful completion of the camp.

This camp is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC).

Dive into the world where creativity meets cutting-edge technology. This immersive program introduces high school students to advanced Holographic Augmented Reality (AR) coding and AI-enhanced game design. It’s an opportunity to develop both creative and technical skills while working with some of the latest tools in digital innovation.

What You’ll Learn

AI and Python: Your Game Design Journey Begins Here
Explore the fascinating field of AI through Python programming. Designed for high school students, this module ensures that even beginners can grasp foundational AI concepts and programming techniques in a fun and engaging way.

Step into AI-Enhanced AR Gaming
As Python skills grow, students will discover how AI enhances AR coding. By integrating AI into their projects, they’ll create intelligent, responsive features in immersive digital environments.

Building Interactive 3D Characters for Holographic Worlds
Using advanced AI algorithms and Python, students will design interactive characters for their 3D Holographic AR games. These characters will react dynamically to player actions, offering a truly engaging experience and sparking creativity.

Tailored Learning for Every Student
Whether starting from scratch or expanding existing knowledge, the program adapts to all skill levels. Each student will take on challenges that refine their abilities and expand their creative potential.

Three Weeks of Exploration, Creativity, and Hands-On Learning

This camp is more than just game design—it’s a launchpad into the future of AI and AR technology. Over three weeks, students will gain valuable skills while nurturing a passion for innovation and digital creativity.

Modules Covered

• Introduction to Holographic AR Design
• Introduction to Python Coding
• Game Design Strategies
• Interactive Storytelling
• 3D Modeling & Animation
• Interactive 3D AR Coding and Game Design
• Introduction to AI
• Generative AI Training with NVIDIA AI Platform
• Generative AI for Game Design
• Design Thinking Based on Stanford University's Process
• Creation of a Personalized 3D AR Game with AI

What Makes AI + 3D AR Game Design Unique?

Pushing Beyond Traditional Game Design
Building on core coding and design principles, this program introduces advanced concepts in AI and 3D Holographic AR. Students immerse themselves in the games they create, interacting with their designs using simple tools like a webcam.

Blending Technical Skills and Creative Vision
This camp goes beyond traditional coding by introducing 3D environment design, character creation, and storytelling. Students balance logic and creativity, gaining a deeper understanding of how technology supports artistic expression.

The Power of AI in Gaming
AI brings characters and environments to life. Students will create games with real-time responsiveness and intelligent features, taking interactivity to the next level.

Hands-On Generative AI with NVIDIA
Through the NVIDIA AI platform, students will explore the fundamentals of generative AI. They’ll train their own models to create responsive characters, dynamic environments, and unique assets for their games. By the end of the program, they’ll receive an official NVIDIA AI certificate, demonstrating their foundational skills in AI-driven game design.

Collaboration and Creativity
Students will share their creations and learn from one another, fostering a collaborative community of future designers and innovators.

Students will learn the following:

• AI Concepts (Highschool Level)
• Generative AI with NVIDIA AI Platform (Highschool Level)
• AI for Game Design (Highschool Level)
• Holographic AR Concepts & Design (Highschool Level)
• Introductory to Advanced 3D Holographic AR coding (Highschool Level)
• Python Coding (Highschool Level)
• 3D modeling (Highschool Level)
• 3D animation (Highschool Level)
• UI/UX (user interface/user experience) (Highschool Level)
• 3D Human model creation using Aobe Mixamo and iHuman (Highschool Level)
• Interactive storytelling (Highschool Level)
• 3D visual communication (Highschool Level)
• Debugging and Problem-solving (Highschool Level)
• Design Thinking process based on Stanford University Design School curriculum (Highschool Level)