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Computer Graphics
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:48:30
Abstract
This course covers some of the fundamental concepts of computer graphics generation of photorealistic images from digital representations of 3D scenes and image-based methods for recovering digital scene representations from captured images.
Objective
At the end of the course the students will be able to build a rendering system. The students will study the basic principles of rendering and image synthesis. In addition, the course is intended to stimulate the students' curiosity to explore the field of computer graphics in subsequent courses or on their own.
Content
This course covers fundamental concepts of modern computer graphics. Students will learn about 3D object representations and the details of how to generate photorealistic images from digital representations of 3D scenes. Starting with an introduction to 3D shape modeling, geometry representation and texture mapping, we will move on to the physics of light transport, acceleration structures, appearance modeling and Monte Carlo integration. We will apply these principles for computing light transport of direct and global illumination due to surfaces and participating media. We will end with an overview of modern image-based capture and image synthesis methods, covering topics such as geometry and material capture, light-fields and depth-image based rendering.
Resources
Lecture Notes
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Literature
Books: High Dynamic Range Imaging: Acquisition, Display, and Image-Based Lighting Multiple view geometry in computer vision Physically Based Rendering: From Theory to Implementation
Learning Materials (Links)
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General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , MSC , WBZ
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Keine.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture |
Computer Graphics
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No time listed | 3 h weekly |
| exercise |
Computer Graphics
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No time listed | 2 h weekly |
| independent project |
Computer Graphics
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No time listed | 2 h weekly |
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Electives (In the ‘electives’ subcategory, at least two course units must be successfully completed.)
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Mechanics, Materials, Structures (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor.)
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Electives (In the ‘electives’ subcategory, at least two course units must be successfully completed.)
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Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Bioimaging track. Please consult your track advisor if you wish to select other subjects.)
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