Computer Science 373HH - Intro/ Comp Graphics (colloq)

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of 2D and 3D computer graphics. It covers the basic methods for modeling, rendering, and imaging. Topics include: image processing, digital photography, 2D/3D modeling, 3D graphics pipeline, OpenGL, shading, texture mapping, ray tracing, 3D printing. Throughout the class, we will teach students to learn modern graphics techniques, to model the visual world algorithmically, and to implement algorithms using Java. In addition to the regular requirements of COMPSCI 373, honors section students will learn about advanced computer graphics techniques for automatic analysis, manipulation and synthesis of 3D content (shapes, scenes, textures, animations). Activities include discussions with the instructor and TA, paper readings, and a scall-scale research project involving the implementation of a 3D virtual/augmented reality application, game engine, a user interface for 3D modeling, or a machine learning algorithm for automatic analysis and synthesis of 3D models and animations. Students who have taken COMPSCI 473 are not eligible to take this course.

Open to sophomore, junior, and senior Computer Science majors in Commonwealth Honors College. COMPSCI187ECE242CMPS190DM HONORS COLLOQUIUM INCLUDED. STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN COMPSCI 473 ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. 5 RESERVES FOR INFORMATICS STUDENTS. CS MINORS, APPLICANTS-ON-CONTRACT, INFORMATICS MAJORS (BDIC) AND OTHERS NOT MEETING ELIGIBILITY, OR STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cs.umass.edu/overrides.