Graphics Programming
2011-2012 - IMT2531 - 10 ECTS

On the basis of

  •  IMT1031 Fundamental Programming

Expected learning outcomes

On completion of this course the students will be able to:

Knowledge

·   List and describe the components of the graphics pipeline.

·   Describe the process of Ray Tracing to create a image.

·   Explain the fundamental aspects of animation with respect to programming graphics.

Skills

·   Create 2D procedural animation.

·   Manipulate 3D models with loading saving and onscreen display.

·   Create and manipulate lighting in a 3D scene

·   Use OpenGL for rendering 3D environments  

General Competence

·   Present the solution to a defined problem orally, and answer question about there solution

·   Read and integrate academic material from various online sources

·   Develop projects as part of a team with clearly defined roles

Topic(s)

  •  2D Graphics
  •  Animation
  •  Graphics Pipeline
  •  LightingTextures
  •  Antialiasing – multisampling, jittering, anisotropic sampling
  •  Normal mapping – what it is and how it works
  •  Ray Tracing
  •  Spatial Sub Division
  •  Shadows
  •  Height fields

Teaching Methods

Lectures
Exercises

Teaching Methods (additional text)

Student will work in C++ using OpenGL, in a problem based learning approach.

Form(s) of Assessment

Home exam, 72 hours
Evaluation of Project(s)

Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)

The course will be evaluated with 60% on three internal projects and 40% on a 3-day take home exam which will conclude with an oral presentation and questions and answers.

Grading Scale

Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)

External/internal examiner

Internal examiner + periodically an external sensor

Re-sit examination

Ordinary re-sit examination.

Teaching Materials

TBA

Additional information

In case there will be less than 5 students apply for the course the form may change to suit the class size.