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Credit Hours: 3
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Semester: Fall 2002
Course Description:
ITEC 407 Geometric Modeling: Affine Spaces
This course covers the basic mathematics of computer graphics and geometric modeling through the use of affine space mathematics and its relation to projective geometry.
ITEC 408 Geometric Modeling: Solid Modeling
This course introduces the theory and meta-theory of solid modeling. Through it students develop understanding of and skill in common representations for three-dimensional physical models.
ITEC 409 Geometric Modeling: Surface Modeling
This course introduces students to curve and surface modeling. Students will develop an understanding of the theory and use that theory in developing a lesson based upon it
Course Objectives:
ITEC 407
- Apply affine space mathematics to define and solve problems in computer-based geometry and graphics.
- Explain to others affine space mathematics as it applies to computer graphics.
- Relate an affine space view of geometry and graphics to a projective geometry view of the same material.
- Express and solve problems both mathematically and through computer programming.
ITEC 408
- Explain the notion of a representation scheme, including formal and informal properties.
- Explain exemplary boundary representation schemes for manifold and non-manifold objects, including data structures, the Euler operators and higher level operators.
- Solve tasks in boundary representation with using computer programming
ITEC 409
- Construct elementary theory of curve and surface modeling.
- Solve programming problems using curve and surface modeling.
- Explain curve and surface modeling to other students.
- Construct the elements of curved surface representation.
- Solve programming problems using curved surfaces.
- Explain an aspect of curved surface representation to other students.
Delivery Method:
ITEC 407:
Presentational Cooperative (PC).
In this course delivery model students meet once per week to participate in cooperative learning activities facilitated by an instructor. Learning that would traditionally occur in a lecture is instead supported in a Web presentation that includes multimedia and interactive elements. The Presentational Cooperative Model reproduces most of the cost advantages of traditional lecture course while offering students more convenient access and more effective conditions for learning. Courses using this model will build the collaborative work skills that are a primary learning goal for Students. Some courses, using this model, offer an optional Open Lab where students can receive additional learning support. Assessment may be based on individual and group assignments, quizzes, projects, and examinations.
ITEC 408, 409:
Mixed Collaborative (MC).
In this course delivery model, collaborative students engage in face-to-face (F2F) class one week and asynchronous conferencing the next week. In a typical week students work through content within a web presentation, then depending on the cycle, either participate in structured face-to-face or online collaborative learning activities facilitated by learning staff. Cooperative learning activities may be designed for completion within the class session, or they may extend for a week or longer using online team conferences. Asynchronous conferencing may be employed for team conferences, section conferences and the Q&A board. Optional resources may include a textbook, web links, or CD-ROMs. Some courses, using this model, offer an optional Open Lab where students can receive additional learning support. Assessment is based on assignments, individual and group projects, and participation in online discussions.
Learning Activities + Evaluation:
*Please note these are the minimum expectations for each course on a weekly basis.
ITEC 407:
Web Presentation: 1 hour
Conferencing and Q&A: 0.5 hours
Offline Reading: 2 hours
Required Class: 1.5 hours
Open Lab: 1.5 hours
Assignments & Projects: 4 hours
ITEC 408, 409:
Web Presentation: 1 hour
Offline Reading: 2 hours
Required Class: 1.5 hours
Open Lab: 1.5 hours
Assignments & Projects: 4 hours
Conferencing Weeks
Web Presentation: 1 hour
Conferencing and Q&A: 1.5 hours
Offline Reading: 2 hours
Open Lab: 1.5 hours
Assignments & Projects: 4 hours
Methods of Evaluation
ALL::
Affine Space: 40%
Affine Space Lesson: 50%
Lesson Delivery: 10%
Texts, Resources + Materials:
Text: Coursepack
Required Text: TBD
Platform requirements: PC
Prerequisites:
ALL: ITEC 210, 211
ITEC 408: ITEC 407
ITEC 409: ITEC 407, 408
Last Updated: May 13, 2008
These course outlines are drafts and are subject to change.
