Unit information: Image Processing and Computer Vision in 2011/12

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Unit name Image Processing and Computer Vision
Unit code COMS30121
Credit points 10
Level of study H/6
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24)
Unit director
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

COMS21201

Co-requisites

None

School/department Department of Computer Science
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The unit introduces students to advanced image processing techniques and their application in the field of computer vision.

Aims:

To introduce you to principles, basic techniques and advanced topics in Computer Vision and Image Processing.

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of the unit you will understand the theory and mathematical techniques of image processing and computer vision. Practical classes expose you to the technology and software used in image analysis and manipulation.

Teaching Information

20 Lectures. One Practical assignment

Assessment Information

Examination 70%, Practical Assignments 30%

Reading and References

  • Sonka, Hlavac and Boyle. Image Processing, Analysis and Machine Vision. 2nd edition. Chapman and Hall. 1993.
  • Trucco and Verri. Introductory techniques for 3-d computer vision. Prentice-Hall. 1998.

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