CSE 6367 - Computer Vision

Spring 2012
Instructor: Vassilis Athitsos

This course introduces students to basic concepts and techniques in computer vision. The topics covered include image filters, edge detection, feature extraction, object detection, object recognition, tracking, gesture recognition, image formation and camera models, and stereo vision. A strong programming background is assumed, as well as familiarity with linear algebra (vector and matrix operations), and knowledge of basic probability theory and statistics. Matlab will be the primary programming language/environment used in the programming assignments. Students should ensure they have access to Matlab, including Matlab's image processing toolbox.

Grading will be based on weekly programming assignments and a final programming project. Class lectures involve introducing and explaining computer vision concepts, and writing Matlab code illustrating how those concepts can be implemented and applied to specific examples. Programming assignments expand upon the code developed in lectures, so as to improve accuracy, efficiency, and/or generality.

Links

• Syllabus
• Grading
• Getting access to Matlab
• Lectures
• Assignments
• Project

Course web page: http://vlm1.uta.edu/~athitsos/courses/cse6367_spring2012
Lecture times: Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30pm-4:50pm
Classroom: PH 306

Optional Textbooks:

• Linda G. Shapiro and George C. Stockman, "Computer Vision", first edition (paperback), Prentice Hall, 2001.
  An easier read, more accessible to computer vision novices.
• David A. Forsyth and Jean Ponce, "Computer Vision: A Modern Approach", first edition, Prentice Hall, 2002.
  A more math-heavy reference, provides good theoretical coverage of several topics.

The course will not follow either textbook. There will not be a close correspondence between class lectures and textbook chapters, and thus these textbooks are entirely optional. Students are expected to heavily refer to class lectures and online class slides.

Instructor:

Vassilis Athitsos

Office: ERB 623
Office Telephone: 817-272-0155
Office hours: MWF 12:30pm-1:30pm.

Teaching assistant (GTA):

Soheil Shafiee
E-mail: soheil dot shafiee at mavs dot uta
Office: ERB 550
Office hours: Mon 3:00pm-4:00pm, Wed 3:00pm-4:00pm, Fri 11:00am-12:00pm.