COMP6461 Computer Graphics

COMP6461 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By	Department of Computer Science
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Computer Science
Offered in	Second Semester, 2009
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	Computer graphics are an intrinsic component of many modern software applications and are often essential to the success of these applications. The objective of this course is to familiarise the student with fundamental algorithms and data structures that are used in today's interactive graphics systems as well as programming and architecture of high-resolution graphics computers. The principles and practice of computer graphics are described from their mathematical foundations to the modern applications domains of scientific visualisation, virtual reality, computer games and film animation. The course will include some practical experience of graphical software environments such as OpenGL, JOGL, VRML and Java3D. Students should have a good working knowledge of Java, and of 3D coordinate geometry, before taking this course.
Learning Outcomes	Upon completion of this course, the student will: have a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of 2D and 3D computer graphics. have an good understanding of the basic algorithms commonly used in 3D computer graphics. have a basic understanding of a number of advanced computer graphics techniques and applications.
Indicative Assessment	Assignments (40%), Final Exam (60%)
Workload	Twelve two-hour lectures, some seminars, and ten laboratory sessions
Course Classification(s)	TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses.
Areas of Interest	Computer Science and Information Technology
Prescribed Texts	Hearn and Baker Computer Graphics with OpenGL, Third Edition, Prentice Hall, 2004

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