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Rensselaer Catalog 2025-2026

ECSE 6800 - Advanced 3D Computer Graphics and Visualization

This course will cover 3D graphical application programmer interfaces (APIs) and advanced rendering techniques, visulation pipelines, creating simulations, and visualization packages. Also covered will be algorithms for extracting visual information from data sets, such as determining iso-surfaces, contours, and cut planes. A programming emphasis will be on object-oriented design and systems. Term project required.

Prerequisite or Corequisite: Prerequisites: ECSE 4750 , CSCI 2300  or equivalent, some familiarity with Java/C++.

When Offered: AVAILABILITY OF INSTRUCTOR

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 3