Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science

School: Computer and Security Science

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• Unit Title

  Introduction to 3D Game Programming

• Unit Code

  CSP2307

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  Online

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Description

This unit introduces real-time 3D graphics programming techniqueswith an emphasis on the development ofcomputer games. Various texture mapping and polygon shading techniques are implemented and contrasted. Techniques for handling polygonal objects and object collisions are discussed. Special attention is paid to the use of linear algebrafor 3D projections, transformations and computer simulations.

Prerequisite Rule

Students must pass 1 unit from CSD2341

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CSP2306

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Apply the mathematical techniques used in video games, specifically the use of trigonometry, vectors, matrices and quaternions.
2. Explainthe process of applying textures to objects in a 3D space, compare and contrast various texture filtering algorithms.
3. Implement collision detection and response routines.
4. Outlinethe major technologies used in the video game development industry.
5. Produce applications with interactive 3D graphics.
6. Render 3D objects with perspective transformations, surface shading, back-face culling and depth buffer algorithms.

Unit Content

1. 3D graphics and co-ordinate systems.
2. Coding techniques for video games.
3. Collision detection and response.
4. Game programming concepts and associated APIs.
5. Lighting, blending, and fog equations.
6. Linear dynamics of rigid objects.
7. Rotation using matrices, Euler angles,and quaternions.
8. Texture mapping and filtering.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures and workshops.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• ^ Stahler, W. (2005). Fundamentals of math and physics for game programmers. London: Prentice Hall.
• ^ Astle, D. & Hawkins, K. (2004). Beginning OpenGL game programming. Boston, MA: Premier Press.
• Stahler, W. (2004). Beginning math and physics for game programmers. Indianapolis: New Riders.
• Lengyel, E. (2002). Mathematics for 3D game programming & computer graphics. Hinghan, MA: Charles River Media.
• Hearn, D. & Baker M. P. (2004). Computer graphics with OpenGL (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education.
• Foley, J. D., Dam, A. V., Feiner, S. K., & Hughes, J. (1990). Computer graphics principles and practice (2nd ed.). Boston, MA: Addison-Wesley.
• Astle, D., Hawkins K., & La Mothe, A. (2002). OpenGL game programming. Boston, MA: Premier Press.
• Verth, J. M. V. & Bishop, L. M. (2004). Essential mathematics for games and interactive applications: a programmers guide. Amsterdam, Boston: Morgan Kaufmann.
• Wright, R.S. & Lipchak, B. (2005). OpenGL superbible (3rd ed.). Indianapolis: Sams Publishing.
• Hill, F. S. (2001). Computer graphics using Open GL (2nd ed.). London: Prentice Hall.

^ Mandatory reference

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