Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After the course, the student
- Knows the basic functions of the given softwares.
- Can identify creative and artistic ways of presenting science.
- Is able to produce 3D rendered images.
- Can produce simple animations.
- Can start working on a visualization topic from own study / research field.
Credits: 3
Schedule: 25.04.2019 - 16.05.2019
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Mauri Kostiainen, Mauri Kostiainen
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Mauri Kostiainen, Mauri Kostiainen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
The course provides basic software tools for visualization, 3D modelling and rendering. The aim is to promote creativeness and artistic way of presenting science. Special focus is placed on the visualization small organic compounds, biomolecules and their animations. The course uses three free open-source softwares: UCSF Chimera (protein and volume structures), PovRay (text-based scene description) and Blender (3D modelling with GUI). Project work is focused to help the students own key points in scientific productions and presentations.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Interactive lectures and hands-on computer work
Exercises and group project
Closing seminar with presentations
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Lectures 4*6 h = 24 h
Project work + documentation 57 h
Optional: Learning diary / Exercises 54 h to get 5 cr.
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Softwares: UCSF Chimera, Povray, Blender