“Introduction to Computer Graphics” by Wein, Tanner, Baecker and Fournier

  • ©Marceli Wein, Peter P. Tanner, Ronald (Ron) Baecker, and Alain Fournier

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Entry Number: 01

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    Introduction to Computer Graphics

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    WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

    This introductory tutorial is aimed at managers, potential users, and technical people who need an overview of the subject. The course requires no background in computer graphics; however, some basic familiarity with computers will be assumed.

    Abstract

    The attendee of this tutorial will be presented with a broad introduction to computer graphics. The tutorial will discuss vector and raster display systems, input devices, hard copy devices, interactive techniques, human factors, the organization and context of graphics packages. and the mathematical background of visible surface processing. Such applications as animation, CAD/CAM, and mapping will be described briefly. The tutorial will close with a discussion of current trends in computer graphics and an overview of the technical sessions at the conference.


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    Maxine Brown

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    In the collection of Maxine Brown

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