CSCI1290

Computational Photography

Fall 2025

Describes the convergence of computer graphics and computer vision with photography. Its goal is to overcome the limitations of traditional photography using computational techniques to enhance the way we capture, manipulate, and interact with visual media. Topics covered: cameras, human visual perception, image processing and manipulation, image based lighting and rendering, high dynamic range, single view reconstruction, photo quality assessment, non photorealistic rendering, the use of Internet-scale data, and more. Students are encouraged to capture and process their own data. Prerequisites: previous programming experience, calculus, and probability; previous knowledge of computer graphics or computer vision. Any full intro sequence and linear algebra are required. Strongly recommended: CSCI 1230, CSCI 1430, CSCI 1470, ENGN 1610.