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Courses - Spring 2025
IMDM
Immersive Media Design
Open Seats as of
12/21/2024 at 10:30 PM
IMDM498I
Special Topics in Immersive Media; Introduction to Motion Capture: Marker-Based and Markerless Techniques and Applications
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, Aud
Restriction: Must be in the Immersive Media Design program; or permission of IMDM - Immersive Design program. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of C- in CMSC131 or IMDM127. This course provides an in-depth understanding of motion capture (mocap) systems with hands-on experience with marker-based and markerless motion capture systems, including Vicon Shogun, Nexus, and Captury. Students will apply mocap technology in building interactive projects in VR/AR, animation, gaming, and robotics, focusing on the strengths and limitations of each system. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding the strengths and limitations of both systems and selecting the appropriate technology or combination for different applications.