Learning outcomes

The main methods and theories of computer graphics are introduced. The aim is to gain a profound understanding of the basics of computer graphics.

Contents

The course is mainly based on modern 3D picture processing. Representation, modelling and rendering of 3D objects, image spaces, shading, modelling of the interplay of light and object, mapping techniques such as textures, shadow algorithms, global illumination, anti-aliasing, colours and computer animation are also described.

Teaching methods

Teaching method	Contact	Online
Lectures	48 h	0 h
Exercises	20 h	0 h

The course may be taught also in English.

Teaching language

Finnish

Evaluation

Numeric 1-5.

Recommended year of study

Advanced studies, 3rd year spring semester or later.
The course is not lectured every year.

Study materials

1. Foley, van Dam, Feiner, Hughes, Computer Graphics: Principles and Practice. Addison-Wesley 1990
2. Watt, A., 3D Computer Graphics. 2000.

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