Programming for computer graphic artists, Course, - Luleå University of Technology

COURSE SYLLABUS

Programming for computer graphic artists 7.5 Credits

Programmering för datorgrafiker

First cycle, M0002E

Version

Course syllabus valid: Spring 2018 Sp 3 - Present

The version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first.

Syllabus established

by Jonny Johansson, HUL SRT 15 Feb 2012

Last revised

by Jonny Johansson, HUL SRT 15 Feb 2017

Education level

First cycle

Grade scale

G U 3 4 5

Subject

Media Technology

Subject group (SCB)

Computer Technology

Entry requirements

In order to meet the general entry requirements for first cycle studies you must have successfully completed upper secondary education and documented skills in English language

More information about English language requirements

Selection

The selection is based on final school grades or Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test.

Course Aim

The course aims to develop students' practical ability to construct accurate and well-structured program/script in production tools for film and games. This course will also provide basic general knowledge of programming languagesand an understanding of problem solving through programming.

Contents

An understanding of basic programming (variables, selection, iteration, functions). Introduction to scripting in production tools (eg Maya and Nuke) and associated scripting language including design of tools and interfaces.
The course includes implementation tasks in which students independently construct programs/scripts in modern production tools (eg Maya and Nuke) and design and implement tools and interfaces.

Realization

The course consists of theoretical lectures and laboratory work.

Examination

Continuous examination of mandatory assignments. The examination also includes presentations, written and practical tests.

Examiner

Johannes Hirche

Literature. Valid from Autumn 2012 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)

Maya Python for Games and Film: A Complete Reference for Maya Python and the Maya Python API, ISBN-13: 978-0123785787
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Course offered by

Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering

Items/credits

Number	Type	Credits	Grade
0003	Assignment report 3	1.5	G U 3 4 5
0004	Assignment report 4	1.5	G U 3 4 5
0006	Assignment report 1	1.0	G U 3 4 5
0007	Assignment report 2	1.0	G U 3 4 5
0008	Assignment report 5	2.5	G U 3 4 5

Study guidance

Study guidance for the course is to be found in our learning platform Canvas before the course starts. Students applying for single subject courses get more information in the Welcome letter. You will find the learning platform via My LTU.

Published:7 November 2013

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