CSC 4565/5565 Introduction to Computer
Graphics
Instructor: Dr. Min Choi
Office: Lawrence St. Center LW812
Class: Mon, Wed 3:30-4:45pm
Office Hour: M 2:20-3:30PM W 2-3:30PM
Teaching Assistant: To be announced
Prerequisites
CSC3412 Algorithms, C/C++ Programming, Math 3191 Linear Algebra
Course Objectives
The aim of the course is to develop understanding of and gain experience
with the basic techniques of interactive computer graphics. There will be
substantial emphasis on 3D graphics and on developing proficiency in OpenGL
graphics programming. We will cover much of the material in the textbook,
though not in the order presented in the book.
Topics
- OpenGL
- 2D interaction
- Graphics primitives
- Viewing and projection
- Surface rendering
- Illumination model
- Curve and curved surface
- Texture mapping
- Ray tracing
- Graphics hardware
Textbooks
Computer Graphics with OpenGL (4th edition)
by Hearn & Baker
Publisher: Pearson; 4 edition (November 19, 2010)
ISBN-10: 0136053580
ISBN-13: 978-0136053583