DA2042 Computer Graphics, 7.5 credits, Autumn 2009

Course descriptions

Aims

The aims is to give an introduction to Computer Graphics and related topics.

Content

Keywords describing the content:

• algorithms for 2D-graphics
• graphical equipment
• input techniques
• geometric transformations in 2D and 3D
• 3D-projections and viewing
• curves and surfaces
• basic principles for 3D-modelling
• introduction to OpenGL

Teaching Strategy

Lectures in which the theory will be presented in combination with practical problems where the theory will be tested.

Assessment

Written exam and a major practical task.

For further information see Course Requirements.

Admission Requirements

Basic courses in Computer Science and Linear Algebra

Reading list

Hearn-Baker, Computer Graphics, 3rd Ed., Prentice-Hall, 2004

Link page

Introduction lecture: Tuesday 1st of September, at 13.15 – 15 in Room D0070a.

Time schedule