The objective of this module is to equip students with a fundamental understanding of the technology underlying the field of
computer images and how this is applied to advanced areas such as geometric modelling, rendering and animation.
We will discuss
modes of input/output and the limitations/potentials of (graphical) digital media and attempt to provide a better understanding
of the workflow, complexity, tools and issues involved in production of digital images, animations and interactive graphical
programs.
Students are introduced to some mathematical principles and standard architectures of modern graphical
applications, including details of the hardware and low-level software used in such systems. The course will give an understanding
of how low-level fundamental components common to all computer applications come together to produce the high-level abstract
output in graphical applications to generate computer imagery.
Lecture Notes
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Labs and Assignments [N.B. assessible work is marked in bold]
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[26/09/2016] Introduction
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PDF [2.6Mb]
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[26/09/2016] Assignment 1 - Introduce Yourself DUE:03/10/16
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PDF [1Mb]
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[26/09/2016] Lab 1 - POV-Ray Setup [THIS LAB IS NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1Mb]
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[10/10/2016] Images and Models
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PDF [2.6Mb]
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[10/10/2016] Lab 2 - Modelling & Vectors [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.4Mb]
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[11/10/2016] 3D Modelling
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PDF [6.4Mb]
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[11/10/2016] Assignment 2 - 3d Modelling DUE 08/11/2016
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PDF [1.2Mb]
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[11/10/2016] Lab 3 - CSG [THIS LAB IS NOT GRADED]
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PDF [0.8Mb]
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[17/10/2016] Digital Images and Colour
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PDF [3.6Mb]
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[18/10/2016] Lab 4 - Colour & Texture [THIS LAB IS NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.7Mb]
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Useful POV-Ray Tutorial (supplemental notes by a third-party):
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PDF [3.6Mb]
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[23/10/2016] Materials and Illumination
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PDF [2.1Mb]
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[23/10/2016] Lab 5 - Materials and Illumination [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.0Mb]
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[14/11/2016] Global Illumination
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PDF [2.9Mb]
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[14/11/2016] Lab 6 - Global Illumination [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [0.7Mb]
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[21/11/2016] Modelling Part II (3DS Max)
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PDF [2.0Mb]
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[21/11/2016] Lab 7 - 3DS Studio Max Intro [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [0.9Mb]
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[28/11/2016] Materials Revisited
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PDF [1.7Mb]
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[28/11/2016] Lab 8 - Materials in 3DS Max [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.2Mb]
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[28/11/2016] Assignment 3 - 3D Studio Max DUE 05/02/2017
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PDF [0.7Mb]
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[05/05/2016] Modelling Part III (Object Creation)
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PDF [2.1Mb]
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[21/11/2016] Lab 9 - Creating Objects [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.6Mb]
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[12/12/2016] Introduction to Computer Animation
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PDF [2.2Mb]
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[12/12/2016] Lab 10 - Basic Animation [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.7Mb]
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[17/01/2017] Virtual Camera
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PDF [2.1Mb]
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[17/01/2017] Lab 11 - The Virtual Camera [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.6Mb]
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[24/01/2017] Class reserved for working on the 3DS assignment
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[24/01/2017] Some shortcuts in 3DS Max
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PDF [.06Mb]
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PLEASE NOTE that for the Semester 2 we will have a series of smaller assignments compared the previous semester. Most labs will now be graded.
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[31/01/2017] Processing
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PDF [2.1Mb]
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[31/01/2017] Lab 13 - Processing Intro [NOT GRADED]
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PDF [1.6Mb]
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[07/02/2017] Interactive Graphics
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PDF [1.1Mb]
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[07/02/2017] Lab 14 - Interactive Graphics with Processing
[Worth 1% of the Module]
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PDF [1.03Mb]
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[14/02/2017] Interactive Graphics 2
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PDF [1.3Mb]
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[14/02/2017] Lab 15 - Particle Animation [Worth 3% of the module]
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PDF [0.8Mb]
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[21/02/2017] Processing Images - Part 1 UPDATED
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PDF [1.4Mb]
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[21/02/2017] Lab 16 - Images in Processing
[Worth 3% of the module] UPDATED
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PDF [1.1Mb]
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[14/02/2017] Processing Images - Part 2
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PDF []
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[14/02/2017] Lab 17 - Filter and Blend [Worth 3% of the module]
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PDF []
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[14/03/2017] 18 - Video UPDATED on 21/03/2017
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PDF []
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[14/03/2017] Lab 18 - Video Stylization UPDATED on 21/03/2017 |
PDF []
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[14/03/2017] Assignment 8 - Video Stylization UPDATED on 21/03/2017 |
PDF []
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[21/03/2017] Interactive 3D Graphics
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PDF []
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[21/03/2017] Lab 19 - Interactive 3D In Processing
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PDF []
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[28/03/2017] Procedural Generation
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PDF [??Mb]
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[03/04/2017] Processing Tips
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PDF [??Mb]
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[03/04/2017] Additional slides to answer some questions asked by students
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PDF [??Mb]
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Important Note: Submission of Assignments
All assignments (with the exception of Assignment 1, which may be sent in by email) should be submitted via the Blackboard system at mymodule.tcd.ie.
This system will also be used
to return individual feedback on assignments. If you have major problems accessing or submitting through the Blackboard system, please contact
me as soon as possible.
Mondays 11am-1pm throughout Semester 1 and 2 in 3rd Floor, Westland Square. Generally, this will consist of a theory lecture
followed by a practical session. Some labs are not directly marked but contribute towards the development of the major assignments.
100% by continuous assessment and coursework. More details shortly.
This course is not based on a single text but the following are useful supplementary readings.
