Location
Chamberlain Student Center
Document Type
Poster
College
Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering
Event Website
https://research.rowan.edu/rowan-research-days-2024.html
Start Date
26-3-2024 12:00 PM
End Date
26-3-2024 3:00 PM
Abstract
Within the next five to ten years, a significant portion of water and wastewater personnel are expected to retire, posing a substantial challenge for the utilities industry. The potential shortage of experienced workers poses inherent risks to the continuity of water services. WaterCAVE emerges as one of several tools designed to address this impending issue by engaging and inspiring the next generation to consider careers in the wastewater industry. This virtual reality (VR) simulation utilizes a ten-sided immersive display and was designed using Unity's 3D real-time development platform. Students from various educational levels, ranging from Pre-K to 12, are invited to participate in field trips at the Rowan Technology Park, where they can explore a virtual wastewater treatment plant. WaterCAVE introduces students to a customizable virtual tour guide, enabling them to navigate through the intricacies of wastewater treatment and interact with different personnel involved in operating a wastewater treatment facility. Through its innovative approach, WaterCAVE aims to spark curiosity and interest among the next generation, fostering a potential influx of future professionals into the wastewater industry.
Included in
Civil and Environmental Engineering Commons, Electrical and Computer Engineering Commons
WaterCAVE: Virtual Reality for Engaging the Next Generation in Wastewater Management
Chamberlain Student Center
Within the next five to ten years, a significant portion of water and wastewater personnel are expected to retire, posing a substantial challenge for the utilities industry. The potential shortage of experienced workers poses inherent risks to the continuity of water services. WaterCAVE emerges as one of several tools designed to address this impending issue by engaging and inspiring the next generation to consider careers in the wastewater industry. This virtual reality (VR) simulation utilizes a ten-sided immersive display and was designed using Unity's 3D real-time development platform. Students from various educational levels, ranging from Pre-K to 12, are invited to participate in field trips at the Rowan Technology Park, where they can explore a virtual wastewater treatment plant. WaterCAVE introduces students to a customizable virtual tour guide, enabling them to navigate through the intricacies of wastewater treatment and interact with different personnel involved in operating a wastewater treatment facility. Through its innovative approach, WaterCAVE aims to spark curiosity and interest among the next generation, fostering a potential influx of future professionals into the wastewater industry.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/grad_student_symposium/2024/mar26/2
Comments
Leeza Duller is a M.S. in Engineering student working under Dr. George Lecakes.