Advanced Computer Graphics

Course Objectives:

Course outcomes:

Upon finishing this course, the student should be able to:

·       Develop an understanding of several advanced topics in Computer Graphics, such as hidden surface models, rendering techniques for various surface types, subdivision methods, splines, shading techniques, anti-aliasing, modeling techniques, texture generation, and animation.

·       Introduced to the cutting-edge research and techniques of recently emerged topics that eeffectively address the demands of real-world problems in Computer Graphics.

·       Expand knowledge and skills in area of advanced topics in Computer Graphics and be able to derive solutions for complex problems.

·       Develop understanding of the underlying concepts and technologies that drive this exciting field forward.

·       Analyze and assess the requirements of 3D modeling challenges and select appropriate combinations of modeling techniques.

Assessment Strategy:

Students will be assessed in this course based on a set of projects, assignments, exams presentations.

Textbook:

·       Klaus Engel et al, Real-Time Volume Graphics.

·       Eric Haines, Real-Time Rendering.

·       Ramakrishnan Mukundan, Advanced Methods in Computer Graphics With examples in OpenGL.

·       Michael Cohen and John Wallace, Radiosity and Realistic Image Synthesis.

·       Henrik Wann Jensen, Realistic Image Synthesis using Photon Mapping.

·       Hoffman, C. Geometric and Solide Modeling.

·       Parent, R., Computer Animation: Algorithms and Techniques.

·       Alexandru C. Telea, Data Visualization: Principles and Practice.

Other References:

·       Extra resources: books, papers, Internet…etc.