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online Interactive Computer Graphics course at Canyon College

COURSE SYLLABUS: Interactive Computer Graphics


Course Title:
Department:
Instructor:
 CST463 - Interactive Computer Graphics
Computer Science & Information Technology
Eric Brown, M.B.A., M.S., M.A. E-Mail - Vita


Course Description:

In this course, the main focus is to teach the student the use of OpenGL and the top down approach. Computer graphics is concerned with all aspects of producing pictures or images using a computer. While this field is relatively youn, having started within the last forty years, it has grown quite rapidly. Included in this approach is the mathematical topics and scientific visualizations. Three dimensional concepts are the focused on in the beginning of the course, followed by Open GL programming and then interactive graphics. Due to the nature of this course, and the programming required, it is imperative that the student understand the requirements and stay as close to the syllabus time frame as possible.

The time frame for this course is eight (8) weeks.

Required Texts: Online Bookstore

Angel, Edward., Interactive Computer Graphics, A Top Down Approach, Second Edition, Addison-Wesley, 2000
ISBN #: 020138597X

COURSE REQUIRMENTS


Week One
Readings: Textbook Chapters 1,2,3:
Week Two
Readings: Textbook Chapters 4,5:
Week Three
Readings: Textbook Chapters 6,7:
Week Four
Readings: Textbook Chapters 8,9:
Week Five
Readings: Textbook Chapter 10:
Week Six
Readings: Textbook Chapter 11:
Week Seven
Readings: Textbook Chapter 12:
Week Eight
Readings: Textbook Chapter 13:
Source code and pointer to OpenGL can be found at http://www.awl.com/cseng/angel

Assignments and Writing
At the undergraduate level, students are expected to have an advanced writing style, Therefore, all written assignments must be typed on a computer in an organized format of your choice as long as it is appropriate for the information being presented. Because effective communication is a primary element of success in today's competitive business environment, spelling, grammar and punctuation will be strictly enforced and graded as part of the assignment. Exceptions will not be made.

The length of your writings is up to you as long as content is not sacrificed. Please stay within the maximum guidelines I have listed.

Plagiarism is unquestionably the worst academic violation a student can commit. If you are caught utilizing material without proper reference or citation, you will receive an automatic failing grade for this course. All references must be cited as a footnote or endnote utilizing any acceptable style of your choice. If you have any questions in this area, please contact me.

All assignments must be turned in on time to receive full credit. Please make prior arrangements for unusual circumstances


Grading

The course grading criteria is as follows:
Attendance
Questions 		05 points
95 points
90 - 100
80 - 89
70 - 79
60 - 69
Under 60 		A
B
C
D
F

Final Note
I look forward to guiding you through this class and hope you find it an enjoyable experience. Feel free to contact me by phone or e-mail any time. I will be happy to assist you in any way I can during this course or any other time during your studies.