Introduction to Image Processing
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| COMP2005 | Computer Science | 2 | 10 | Spring UK |
- Code
- COMP2005
- School
- Computer Science
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module introduces the field of digital image processing, a fundamental component of digital photography, television, computer graphics and computer vision. You will cover topics including: image representation and compression, image filtering, enhancement and analysis and image processing applications. You will spend around three hours in lectures and computer classes each week for this module.
Target Students
Available to Level 2 students in the School of Computer Science. Available to students with intercalated year in computer science. This module is part of the Artificial Intelligence, Modelling and Optimisation theme in the School of Computer Science.
Assessment
- 100% Coursework 1: 1) A group coursework consisting of an application creation, supported with a 2000 word report2) In-class tests Reassessment will be by an individual coursework
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To introduce the fundamentals of digital image processing theory and practice.To gain practical experience in writing programs for manipulating digital images.To lay the foundation for studying advanced topics in related fields.Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
- Experience implementing programs that manipulate images;
- Understanding fundamental techniques in image processing and analysis, and their limitations;
- Appreciation of the underlying mathematical principles of the field.
Intellectual Skills
- Apply knowledge of image processing techniques to particular tasks;
- Evaluate different techniques in the context of image manipulation and processing.
Professional Skills
- Evaluate the applicability of various algorithms and operators to particular tasks.
Transferable Skills
- Address real problems and assess the value of their proposed solutions, retrieve and analyse information from a variety of sources and produce detailed written reports on the result to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.