Jennifer Drake Brings Stormwater Engineering to Life with XR Technology

Carleton University’s Professor Jennifer Drake is transforming the way students learn about municipal hydraulics. Using extended reality (XR) technology at Carleton’s Experience Studios, her students can now virtually explore a 40,000-gallon stormwater drainage system. The immersive experience includes a simulated visit to Pearson Airport’s complex stormwater infrastructure, offering a hands-on look at its components without ever leaving the classroom.