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IDIG4845

Computer Graphics and Immersive Media

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Lessons are not given in the academic year 2026/2027

Credits 7.5

Level Second degree level

Course start Autumn

Duration 1 semester

Language of instruction English

Location Gjøvik

About the course

Course content

History of stereoscopy, widescreen and immersive experiences.

Photogrammetry and 3D modeling.

Physically-based rendering principles.

Interactive and immersive visualisation techniques.

Virtual, and Augmented Reality.

Devices, sensors, and tracking technologies.

Immersive content design and user interaction.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

Understand fundamental principles of modern computer graphics and immersive technologies.
Recognise historical milestones in the development of visual technologies.
Describe the physics and mathematics underlying light-material interactions and rendering techniques.

Skills

Create models and textures suitable for immersive environments.
Implement animations and dynamic simulations in computer graphics pipelines.
Develop and deploy immersive applications in VR/AR platforms.

General Competence

Critically evaluate visual experiences and immersive content.
Integrate multidisciplinary knowledge to design interactive and engaging visual applications.
Collaborate effectively in project-based environments, managing content creation and technical implementation.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures: Conceptual frameworks, historical context, and theoretical foundations.
Seminars/Discussions: Exploration of case studies, new technologies, and ethical implications.
Lab Sessions: Hands-on work in modeling, rendering, and XR application development.
Project Work: Individual or group projects creating end-to-end immersive visual experiences.

Further on evaluation

The final grade is based on two components:

Project Report (60%) - Students complete a project. The project report should document the development process, theoretical background, and reflection on results.

Oral Examination (40%) - An individual oral exam assessing the student’s understanding of the theoretical foundations, project work, and broader course content.

Grades are given on a scale from A to F.

Students may use generative AI tools to support coding, analysis, or writing, provided that such use is transparently documented and that the student demonstrates a clear understanding of the generated material.