From Textbooks to 3D Tech
How saVRee Helped Modernize Marine Engineering Training at Georgian College
Bill Langdon, a seasoned marine engineer with international experience, now leads the Marine Engineering Program at Georgian College in Ontario. When he stepped into the role, he saw an opportunity to modernize the curriculum. That’s when he discovered saVRee—and it quickly became a cornerstone of his classroom.
Not all components could be physically available for students to see, especially high-value or large-scale marine equipment.
Textbooks and static diagrams weren’t enough to show how things truly worked.
Bill wanted students to learn how systems function—not just in theory, but in a way that reflected real-world operation.
With 49 different courses being audited to meet IMO standards, Bill needed resources that were clear, accurate, and easy to integrate.
saVRee’s interactive visuals allowed Bill to demonstrate mechanical systems as close to real-life as possible—without needing the physical equipment.
saVRee’s models and videos fit seamlessly into the college’s learning platform, making it easy to share content in lectures or let students explore independently.
Students could revisit the models after class to reinforce their understanding, helping them retain knowledge beyond long lectures.
Initially used by Bill, the models are now available to other instructors across the program, becoming a shared resource for hands-on learning.
While developing courses, Bill found saVRee’s educational videos online and immediately saw their potential.
He incorporated the models into both introductory and advanced courses, ensuring students had consistent exposure from day one to graduation.
Bill embedded the models into the school’s platform so students could engage with them outside class, deepening their learning.
Bill helped other instructors adopt the tools, expanding saVRee’s use across the program.
When models needed updates or fixes, the saVRee team responded quickly, helping maintain a smooth teaching experience.
Students grasp complex mechanical systems without needing the physical component in front of them.
Bill occasionally uses saVRee videos in lectures to give his voice a break—while keeping students engaged.
Students use saVRee outside of class to revisit material, ask deeper questions, and study at their own pace.
saVRee started as a personal teaching tool for Bill and has become a core part of the entire program’s toolkit.
Bug fixes and questions are resolved quickly, making it easy for instructors to rely on the platform.
“You can’t always have the real thing in front of you—but saVRee gets you as
close as possible. It adds a layer of knowledge that textbooks just can’t deliver.
Now, every instructor that needs it, uses it. It’s a 3D solution that works.”
– Bill Langdon, Marine Engineering Program Coordinator, Georgian College
