COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: cap5705 Computer Graphics    (3 cr hours)
(see also the departmentally linked web page obtained
by removing "desc.txt" from this URL; see also catalogue description)

PREREQUISITES: Familiarity with programming using a high-level language;
basic knowledge of algorithms, data structures and discrete math.
Central concepts require matrix operations, composition and parametrization
of curves and surfaces.

OBJECTIVES: This is a graduate-level course on the concepts and
principles that underlie current and emerging methods, tools, and
techniques for interactive graphics environments,
basic illumination and  modeling of curved geometry (camera, light and 
actors).  
There is an intial, fairly steep learning curve, appropriate
for a graduate course. Familiarity with C or C++ is helpful.
Familiarity with OpenGL is not assumed.
Mathematical underpinnings and OpenGL practice are emphasized.

INSTRUCTOR: 
Prof Peters, cse 328, CSE building, 392-1200, jorg@cise.ufl.edu
http://www.cise.ufl.edu/~jorg, office hours: TBA

TEACHING ASSISTANT:
TBA

MEETING TIMES: Tu 7 (1:55-2:45pm) Th 7-8 (1:55--3:50pm)
MEETING PLACE: cse 222     Exam  15D

MATERIAL AND SUPPLY FEE: none

TEXTBOOK:  
recommended
   Peter Shirley: Fundamentals of Computer Graphics, newest edition.
(also available online -- but nice to have in paper)
Mason Woo, Jackie Neider, Tom Davis:
Opengl Programming Guide : The Official Guide to Learning Opengl,
Version NEWEST EDITION ISBN 0 201 604582 or newer

OUTLINE OF COURSE TOPICS: (subject to change!) 

(1) Introduction & TEST             (9) Bezier and B-spline surfaces
(2) OpenGL, Bezier Curves          (10) Texture Mapping
(3) Interaction & Display lists    (11) 3D data structures geometry
(4) basic 3D viewing, coordinates  (12) OpenGL Shaders
(5) Projection & Modeling Hierarchy(13) fractals, particles
(6) Z-buffer & Smooth shading      (14) shape grammars
(7) Graphics Pipeline              (15) Contouring & Voxels
(8) Test 1, Discussion             (16) Test 2, Discussion

ATTENDANCE:  your problem if you miss material.

EXAMINATIONS AND GRADES: Your course grade will be based on two
equally-weighted quizzes (ca 40% of final grade) plus 
four projects (ca 60% of final grade). Curved grading.

MAKEUP EXAMS: Notify professor > 1 week ahead. Expect to provide
proof justifying an exception.

WORKLOAD: Students who take this course often comment that a great deal
of material is covered in a relatively small amount of time but that 
the experience is enjoyable and the graphics cool.

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MANDATORY GRADE STATEMENT:
Undergraduate students, in order to graduate, must have an overall GPA 
and an upper-division GPA of 2.0 or better (C or better).  
Note: a C- average is equivalent to a GPA of 1.67, and therefore, it does not
satisfy this graduation requirement.  
Graduate students, in order to graduate, must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or 
better (B or better). 
Note: a B- average is equivalent to a GPA of 2.67, and therefore,
it does not satisfy this graduation requirement. 
For more information on grades and grading policies, please visit:
https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/grades.aspx

MANDATORY HONESTY STATEMENT:
All students admitted to the University of Florida have signed a statement
of academic honesty committing themselves to be honest in all academic work
and understanding that failure to comply with this commitment will result
in disciplinary action. This statement is a reminder to uphold your obligation
as a UF student and to be honest in all work submitted and exams taken in this
course and all others.

DISABILITIES:
Students Requesting classroom accommodation must first register with
the Dean of Students Office.  That office will provide the student with
documentation that he/she must provide to the course instructor when
requesting accommodation.  

UF Counseling Services:
Resources are available on-campus for students having personal problems or
lacking clear career and academic goals.  The resources include:
UF Counseling & Wellness Center, 3190 Radio Rd, 392-1575,
   psychological and psychiatric services.
Career Resource Center, Reitz Union, 392-1601, career and job search services.

MANDATORY SOFTWARE USE STATEMENT:
All faculty, staff and student of the University are required and expected
to obey the laws and legal agreements governing software use.
Failure to do so can lead to monetary damages and/or criminal penalties
for the individual violator.  Because such violations are also against
University policies and rules, disciplinary action will be taken as appropriate.
We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to uphold
ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity.