Computer Vision is an important field of Artificial Intelligence concerned with automatically extracting useful information from images or videos. The explosive growth in digital imaging technologies, vision datasets and deep learning makes the problems of automated image interpretation even more exciting and more relevant than ever. This course introduces students to fundamental problems in computer vision and foundational techniques for solving them. Topics covered in detail include: image formation, image filtering, camera geometry, thresholding and image segmentation, edge, point and feature detection, geometric frameworks for vision, single view and two views geometry, 3D visual reconstruction, camera calibration, stereo vision, image classification, object recognition, deep learning and neural networks. The course features extensive practical components including computer labs that provide students with the opportunity to practice and refine their skills in computer vision.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Understand and proficiently apply specialised knowledge, methods and skills in image processing and computer vision applications, research and development.
- Identify, formulate and innovatively solve problems in image processing and computer vision.
- Critically analyse, evaluate and examine existing practical computer vision systems.
- Design and develop practical and innovative image processing and computer vision applications or systems using advanced knowledge and research techniques.
- Communicate effectively to both specialist and non-specialist audiences, explaining and synthesising complex concepts related to visual information processing systems.
- Conduct themselves professionally and responsibly in the areas of computer vision, image processing and deep learning.
- Critically read, review and assess scientific literature in the field and apply theoretical knowledge to identify the novelty and practicality of proposed methods.
Indicative Assessment
- Assignment 1 (15) [LO 1,2,5,6]
- Assignment 2 (15) [LO 1,2,3,5,7]
- Assignment 3 (15) [LO 1,2,5,6]
- Final Exam (55) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
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Workload
130 hours including lectures, tutorials, laboratories and self-study.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
None.
Preliminary Reading
Computer Vision: Algorithms and Applications - Szeliski.org
Assumed Knowledge
- Basic calculus, linear algebra and probability theory.
- Moderate programming experience in Python.
- Previous knowledge of digital signal processing or image and graphics processing will be helpful, but is not essential.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $5280 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $6720 |
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3814 | 17 Feb 2025 | 24 Feb 2025 | 31 Mar 2025 | 23 May 2025 | In Person | View |