CS515 Advanced Computer Graphics
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Computer Sciences and Engineering
Course Objectives
The course aims to: enable students to use OpenGL libraries, produce 2D and 3D graphics using rendering methods, implement image processing methods
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Hearn and Baker, Computer Graphics with Open GL, Prentice-Hall, Foley, Van Dam, Introduction to Computer Graphics, Addison-Wesley, Lecture Notes
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
Initial lectures will serve to provide theoretical understanding of computer graphics
Afterwards the students will work on a semester based project which will be presented at the end of the semester
The students will also work on reading and understanding relevant research papers that will be discussed in class
Research papers are to be presented in lectures regularly
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Handouts |
| 2 | Rendering processes | Handouts, research papers |
| 3 | Computational geometry, modelling and projection of 3D structures, spatial data structures | Handouts, research papers |
| 4 | Color: Theory of Color, color models | Handouts, research papers |
| 5 | Imaging and computational photography | Handouts, research papers |
| 6 | Discussion on research topic: Analysis of projection methods for rendering virtual reality | |
| 7 | Discussion on research topic: Compressing color data for Voxelized surface geometry | |
| 8 | Discussion on research topic: Efficient GPU Screen-Space ray tracing | |
| 9 | Discussion on research topic: Projection methods for rendering virtual reality | |
| 10 | Discussion on research topic: Imaging and computational photography | |
| 11 | Discussion on research topic: Combining analytic direct illumination and stochastic shadows | |
| 12 | Project consultations | |
| 13 | Project consultations | |
| 14 | Project presentations and review for final exams | |
| 15 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Research paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Project
48 hours ⏳ (12 week × 4 h)
Research
36 hours ⏳ (12 week × 3 h)
Home study
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
Final exam study
7 hours ⏳ (1 week × 7 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [CS515] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | Not Allowed | ||
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Project | 1 | 35 | Not Allowed | ||
| Research paper | 2 | 25 | Not Allowed | ||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Project | 4 | 12 | 48 | |||
| Research | 3 | 12 | 36 | Home study | 1 | 14 | 14 | |||
| Final exam study | 7 | 1 | 7 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||