Jul 03, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

MDIA 3160 - History of Computer Graphics


Investigates the history of special effects in film from Melies to ILM, with an emphasis on narrative integration and technical achievement.

Requisites: Jr or Sr
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will develop a critical eye for well-done computer graphics.
  • Students will understand the process of creating computer graphics, and the pitfalls of such a process.
  • We will foster a better understanding of computer graphics from both technical and artistic perspectives.


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