Introduction Flashcards
What is a graphic
A sketch, drawing orspecial artwork depicting an object, process or conveying information as supplementary to written text.
What is computer graphics
The use of computers to create and manipulate images
Divide computer graphics into 4 classes
- Business graphics
2.scientific graphics
3.cartoons and artwork
4.Graphical user interface
Major areas/processes of computer graphics
1.Modelling (mayhematical)
2. Rendering (creation of models)
3. Animation (illusion of motion)
Give the 5 aspects in which computer graphics and manual drafting are different
Resourse availability
Time
Correction
Special effects
Manipulation
Applications of computer graphics
Presentation and business graphics
Computer aided learning
Desktop publishing
GIS
Medical applications
Scientific and engineering graphics
Computer aided design
Functions of computer graphics
Creation, manipulation and reproduction of Graphics
Features of computer graphics
Interactive nature
User friendliness
High quality production…