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Graphics and Interaction (COMP30019)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)

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Overview

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AIMS

This subject introduces the technologies of computer graphics and human-computer interaction along with the biological, psychological and social aspects of human perception and action that inform the application of those technologies. The emphasis is on 2D and 3D computer graphics and the geometric modelling techniques used for representing and interacting with objects in dynamic scenes. Techniques considered include transformation geometry, illumination models and the real-time rendering (shading) models. The subject is centred on developing Apps for tablet computers based on natural user interfaces (NUIs), a term used by developers of human-machine interfaces that effectively become invisible to their users through successive learned interactions. Technologies likely to be considered are: virtual reality, computer games, augmented reality, tele-presence, or other modalities such as interaction through the sense of touch, audio or image processing and analysis. This subject supports course-level objectives by allowing students to develop analytical skills to understand the complexity of developing real-world computer graphics and interaction applications.


INDICATIVE CONTENT

Topics are drawn from computational geometry and human-computer interaction including:

  • 2D and 3D computer graphics
  • Colour and illumination models
  • Raster and vector graphics
  • Geometric modelling
  • Rendering (shading) and visualisation
  • Geometric transformations (including projection)
  • Computational matrix geometry and/or animation (kinematics)
  • Interaction categories and styles (particularly graphical user interfaces)
  • Usability and accessibility (including interaction for people with disabilities).

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject the student is expected to:

  • Understand the theoretical concepts of computational geometry and human-computer interaction
  • Be able to evaluate, design, and implement software for computer graphics and human-computer interaction
  • Understand the strengths and weaknesses of different technological approaches to computer graphics and interaction
  • Be able to use of computer graphics and other appropriate technologies for developing applications
  • Apply principles of computer graphics to specific problems in a variety of domains.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject students should have developed the following skills:

  • Analytical and interpretative skills, through the conceptualization of classes of technology and through the analysis and development of real world cases
  • Design skills, through proposing new uses of technology to support engineering tasks
  • Team-work, through working on a group project
  • Presentation skills.

Last updated: 3 October 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

One of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
COMP20003 Algorithms and Data Structures
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
COMP20007 Design of Algorithms
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
COMP90038 Algorithms and Complexity
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5

OR

Admission into one of the following:

  • MC-IT150 Master of Information Technology
  • GC-CS Graduate Certificate in Computer Science

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

433-380 Graphics and Computation

433-371 Interactive System Design

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 3 October 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Project 1 (30%) - Due week 7. ILOs 1 and 3 are addressed.

  • 30 hours (of work required)
Week 730%

Project 2 (60%) - Due first week of examination. ILOs 1, 2, 4 and 5 are addressed.

  • 60 hours (of work required)
Due first week of examination60%

Weekly quizes (10%). ILOs 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are addressed.

  • 20 minutes (each)
Throughout the semester10%

Last updated: 3 October 2023

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorJorge Goncalves
    Mode of deliveryDual-Delivery (Parkville)
    Contact hours48 hours, comprising of one 2-hour lecture and one 2-hour workshop per week
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022
    Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022
    Census date31 August 2022
    Last date to withdraw without fail23 September 2022
    Assessment period ends18 November 2022

    Semester 2 contact information

    email: jorge.goncalves@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

Last updated: 3 October 2023

Further information

Last updated: 3 October 2023