Module Details
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Title Product Visualisation and Simulation 1
Code ENGG221
Coordinator Dr BI Salem Bernard
Civil Engineering and Industrial Design
B.Salem-Bernard@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 5 FHEQ Whole Session 15

Aims

To teach the principles of virtual reality systems, visualisation techniques and simulation practice to an introductory level. To give an appreciation of the role that visualisation and simulation plays in the development of new or existing products to an introductory level.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate an introductory knowledge and understanding of modern product visualisation and simulation techniques.

(LO2) On successful completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate an ability to deploy basic techniques to produce introductory level product visualisation and simulation.

(LO3) On successful completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate an ability to design and construct a basic virtual environment.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Negotiation skills

(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills

(S5) Time and project management - Project management

(S6) Time and project management - Project planning

(S7) Critical thinking and problem solving - Evaluation

(S8) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification

(S9) Critical thinking and problem solving - Creative thinking

(S10) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis

Syllabus
 

Introductory level lectures, research exercises and hands-on workshops in the following: Overview of application areas.
Virtual reality, Virtual reality systems, Real time computer graphics.
Visualisation and simulation techniques – a basic introduction Virtual Reality, Visualisation and Simulation Systems.
The virtual environment, the computer environment, VR, VIS& SIM technology, Modes of interaction.
Introduction to some of the VR, VIS & SIM Hardware: Sensor hardware, Display Systems, Acoustic hardware, Integrated VR systems.
Introduction to some of the VR, VIS & SIM Software: Modelling of virtual worlds, Simulation, VR toolkits, Photoshop, Corel Draw, Fluent, Pro/Mechanical, Dyna3D, Cobra, VRML, Moldflow, 3DS Max 3D Computer Graphics.
The virtual world space, Perspective projection, Stereovision, 3D clipping, Colour theory, 3D modelling, Illumination models, Shading algorithms, Hidden surface removal, Realism Geometrical Transforms &am p; Techniques 2D digital image creation, manipulation and presentation techniques.
Animating the Virtual Environment Animating the Virtual Environment Animating the Virtual Environment Animating the Virtual Environment Introduction to animation, the dynamics of numbers, Free-form deformation. The human factors involved: Perception, Persistence of vision, Stereopsis, Sound perception, Equilibrium. Physical Simulation

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided

Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 20

     24

     44
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 106
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :Wk12 Semester One  20 Hours    50       
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :Wk12 Semester Two  20 Hours    50       

Recommended Texts
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