Computer Graphics

Computer Graphics
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Overview

Learn to create images of 3D scenes in both real-time and with realistic ray tracing in this introductory computer graphics course.

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Today, computer graphics is a central part of our lives, in movies, games, computer-aided design, virtual simulators, visualization and even imaging products and cameras. This course teaches the basics of computer graphics that apply to all of these domains.
Students will learn to create computer-generated images of 3D scenes, including flybys of objects, make a real-time scene viewer, and create very realistic images with raytracing. We will start with a simple example of viewing a teapot from anywhere in space, understanding the basic mathematics of virtual camera placement. Next, you will learn how to use real-time graphics programming languages like OpenGL and GLSL to create your own scene viewer, enabling you to fly around and manipulate 3D scenes. Finally, we will teach you to create highly realistic images with reflections and shadows using raytracing.CSE167x teaches the foundations of computer graphics.

Understand the concepts of 3D graphics

Write and develop programs that create images of a 3D scene with lighting

Learn the basics of graphics programming with OpenGL and GLSL

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Prerequisites: Solid C/C++ programming background (Java is ok too; you will pick up C++)
Access to a relatively up-to-date computer (Windows, Mac OS, Linux)
Solid high school mathematics; a review of the relevant linear algebra is included in the first segment.

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