Computer Graphics Lecture Notes by MIT
These lecture notes, by Prof. Wojciech Matusik and Prof. Fredo Durand, summarize the algorithms, software, and hardware used in computer graphics. The notes will introduce essential concepts: ray tracing and the graphics pipeline, to render realistic images. Further, various transformations will be introduced, along with the generation of shadows and texture mapping. Further topics in the curriculum include methods of sampling, global illumination, and splines in order to give a wide view on rendering and image synthesis, while animation and color theory are added to the completion of visual representation understanding. These notes are ideal for those seeking indepth studies of advanced graphics techniques and their applications, from basic principles to complex rendering and illumination models.
Author(s): Prof. Wojciech Matusik and Prof. Fredo Durand
NA Pages 
Computer Graphics Lecture Notes by Malla Reddy College Of Engineering
In this respect, the lecture notes provided by Malla Reddy College of Engineering provide a big picture of some respects related to computer graphics. The application areas of computer graphics are discussed here that show how graphics are used in several industries and technologies. Some basic output primitives, which are considered elementary to elementary rendering, are explained in the notes, such as points and lines. These involve 2D geometrical transformations and 2D viewing techniques, which are very important in manipulating two-dimensional objects. The notes also explain the representation of 3D objects and transformations, important in the creation and transformation of three-dimensional models. Methods of visible surface detection are discussed to show the way in which a determination of parts of a scene visible can be made. The inclusion of topics on computer animation completes this coverage, giving an understanding of how graphics can be animated for dynamic visual effects.
Author(s): Malla Reddy College Of Engineering
64 Pages
The following textbook by Arignar Anna Government Arts and Science College gives an overview of computer graphics systems in some detail. It begins with the overall architecture of computer graphics systems in order to place into context how such graphical applications are built and executed. Output primitives discussed in this book are the basic elements used in constructing an image. Also, there is a discussion about 2D geometric transformations for manipulating two-dimensional objects. It contains parts on the graphical user interface and the methods of interactive input that are very important when one is designing graphics applications that should be friendly to users. Geometric and modeling transformations concerning 3D graphics are dealt with in the book at the description of how to create and modify three-dimensional objects. Hence, the resource is helpful in studying both the basic issues of computer graphics systems and its applications.
Author(s): Arignar Anna Government Arts and Science College, Karaikal, Puducherry
100 Pages
Lecture Notes On Computer Graphics
The set of lecture notes provides an overview of some important topics related to computer graphics. It starts with the application of computer graphics, extending to various areas where graphical techniques are indispensable. The lecture notes discuss the basic algorithms for drawing lines like Bresenham's algorithm and go further to give details on two-dimensional transformation, such as scaling, rotation, and translation. Concepts about 2D viewing and representation of 3D objects with their transformation have been discussed. This is done by explaining methods for visible-surface detection. Finally, an understanding of some general concepts of the way dynamic visual content is produced and manipulated in computer animation is provided.
Author(s): Ms. S J Sowjanya, Ms. V Divyavani
58 Pages
Computer Graphics And Multimedia
This note is concentrated on computer graphics, integrated with multimedia, applications, and systems. It covers basic graphics system architecture and the output primitives that are commonly used to display images. Also, it explains the basic two-dimensional geometric transformations and viewing techniques, three-dimensional object representation, and transformation. The illumination model and methods of rendering surfaces will also be discussed to highlight how the properties of light and material result in visual appearance. It also covers topics relevant to the multimedia components-digital audio and digital images-since working with graphics now increasingly involves their integration in a combined fashion for multimedia presentation.
Author(s): Sri Ramesh Chandra Sahoo,Smt. Sumitra Mahapatra, Ms. Sasmita Panigrahi
98 Pages
Computer Graphics Lecture Notes by Clinton L. Jeffery
The following are the notes from Clinton L. Jeffery on aspects in both the theoretical and practical aspects of computer graphics. An introduction to hardware in graphics and frame buffers is given first, followed by the description of line drawing techniques and the parameters for API. Next come color indices, colormaps, and raster operations-forming the very basics necessary to understand color and graphics management. These notes also extend to the UI graphics primitives, region filling, and advanced concepts such as the Golden Rectangle. There is great emphasis on OpenGL, GLU, and GLUT, which really establishes modern graphics programming. Other topics involve the Phong shading model, texture mapping, and 3D model file formats that make these notes comprehensive toward understanding the principles underlying many practical applications in computer graphics.
Author(s): Clinton L. Jeffery
NA Pages
Computer Graphics Lecture Notes by MIT
These lecture notes, by Prof. Wojciech Matusik and Prof. Fredo Durand, summarize the algorithms, software, and hardware used in computer graphics. The notes will introduce essential concepts: ray tracing and the graphics pipeline, to render realistic images. Further, various transformations will be introduced, along with the generation of shadows and texture mapping. Further topics in the curriculum include methods of sampling, global illumination, and splines in order to give a wide view on rendering and image synthesis, while animation and color theory are added to the completion of visual representation understanding. These notes are ideal for those seeking indepth studies of advanced graphics techniques and their applications, from basic principles to complex rendering and illumination models.
Author(s): Prof. Wojciech Matusik and Prof. Fredo Durand
NA Pages
