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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Digital Image Processing
Module Code	CA431
School	School of Computing
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Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Alistair Sutherland Semester 2: Alistair Sutherland Autumn: Alistair Sutherland
Module Teacher	Alistair Sutherland
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

To impart a practical and theoretical knowledge of digital signal processing to the student.

Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the space and frequency domains
2. Analyse digital images using the Fourier Transform algorithm
3. Explain the concept of a Linear Shift-Invariant System
4. Apply the Convolution Theorem to process digital images
5. Apply the concepts of sampling and replication

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	Lab-based interactive lecture
Independent learning	101	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Basic digital signals.
Images and Sounds.

The Fourier Transform Algorithm.
analysing a signal into its wave components.

Convolution.
understanding typical signal transmission systems.

The Convolution Theorem.
enhancing signals using the Fourier Transform.

Sampling and Replication.
implementing anti-aliasing using the Fourier Transform.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	100%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List