Introduction to Computer Graphics

Bachelor, 3^rd year

This class introduces you to the main concepts behind two-dimensional and tree-dimensional computer graphics such as scan-conversion, transformations, the rendering pipeline with its stages, local and global illumination models, color representation and color models, and shape representations. The class is accompanied by a mandatory tutorial in which you deepen your understanding of the presented material through implementations (self-written ray-tracer as well as OpenGL programs), presentations, and discussions.

More information:

• see the class Web site

Offered by:

• Dr. Tobias Isenberg

Taught when:

• 2011–2012, Block 3

to be announced

Previous times taught:

• 2010–2011, Block 3
• 2009–2010, Block 3
• 2008–2009, Block 3
• 2007–2008, Block 3

Administrative information:

• class timetable and locations
• Nestor page for the class
• Ocasys page for the class