Course content

This course is an introduction to computer graphics. The main themes are:

- Introduction to essential algorithms and data structures used in computer graphics.

- Use of software packages to create computer graphics.

- Applications of computer graphics from science and industry.

Concepts from computer graphics include:

- 3D modelling.

- The graphics pipeline.

- Projections.

- Ray Tracing.

- Texture Mapping.

- Shading.

All topics are taught from low-level to high-level: theory, implementation, application in software packages, and applications in science and industry.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

- Be able to explain in detail central concepts, data structures and algorithms in computer graphics.

- Be familiar with important applications of computer graphics.

Skills:

- Be able to create 3D models and scenes, and apply a range of techniques from computer graphics, by using graphics software.

General competence:

- Be able to recognize and understand implementations of elementary algorithms and data structures from computer graphics.

- Be able to discuss which data structures and algorithms from computer graphics can best be used in specific situations.

Learning methods and activities

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, video lectures, classroom exercises, 3-6 theoretical and project assignments.

Compulsory assignments

• Assignments

Specific conditions

Course materials

Course literature will be announced at the start of the course.