This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of computer graphics (both 2D and 3D). It covers scan conversion algorithms, graphics hardware, geometrical transformations, projections, computer-user interaction, curve and surface modeling, the theory of light and color, and selected 3D topics (such as shading, hidden surface removal and geometric modeling). Students taking this course are expected to do a fair amount of graphics programming in the X-windows environment. Prerequisite: Foundational courses or permission of instructor. 1 term-3 credits. Offered as the need arises. Instructor's consent required.