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28:
Introduction to Computer Graphics
Monday, Full Day, 8:30 am - 5 pm
Room 502B
This
course helps newcomers ease into the SIGGRAPH conference
experience. It introduces fundamental computer graphics
ideas and vocabulary at a level that novices can easily
comprehend. With slides, videotapes, online demos, and
source code (available on the Courses CD-ROM and the Web),
attendees learn to understand, appreciate, enjoy, and
learn from other SIGGRAPH 2001 programs and events.
Prerequisites
A basic understanding of computers and algebra.
Topics
Computer graphics from data to photons. Fundamentals of
geometry, interaction, hardware, modeling, rendering,
and animation. Computer graphics applications such as
scientific visualization, virtual reality, and Web graphics.
Organizer
Mike Bailey
San Diego Supercomputer Center and University
of California at San Diego
Lecturers
Mike Bailey
San Diego Supercomputer Center and University
of California at San Diego
Andrew Glassner
Writer and Consultant |
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