Introduction to 3D Graphics and Animation

• • Introduction to tools and techniques.
  • Understanding of bitmap and vector graphics.
  • Processing computer graphics.
  • 2D and 3D geometry.
  • Nature of 3D graphics.
  • Use of vectors and matrices in graphics.
  • Geometric manipulation of 3D graphics.
  • Shading; animation; audio; video

• Study resources

  • Instructional methods

    • Online assignment submission
    • Podcasting/Lecture capture

  • Online materials

    • Resources and Links
    • Printable format materials

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core

• MUR-BIT-DEG-2019

Special requirements

No special requirements

This subject introduces the fundamentals of computer graphics, animation, audio and video, which are essential for multimedia and digital content development such as computer and video games. Tools and techniques used for the creation, manipulation and transformation of visual and audio information are also introduced. Topics include: understanding of bitmap and vector graphics; processing computer graphics; 2D and 3D geometry; nature of 3D graphics; use of vectors and matrices in graphics; geometric manipulation of 3D graphics; shading; animation; audio; video.

• Major Assignment Part 1 (25%)
• Major Assignment Part 2 (30%)
• Laboratory work (20%)
• Presentation of assignment (20%)
• Major Assignment Proposal (5%)