UNIVERSITY OF SURREY - MODULE CATALOGUE

Module Short
Name : / CSM16
(15 Credits) / Module
Title : / Visual Information Systems

Objectives/Learning Outcomes

The aim of this module is to introduce in depth the concepts, technologies and applications in the field of visual information systems by following a research-oriented approach. By the end of the module students are expected to be able to:
  1. demonstrate adequate skills in carrying out a small-scale, research-oriented project in the field of visual information systems under supervision.
  2. comprehend the nature, concepts and techniques available in the field of visual information systems.
  3. design a visual system prototype or model in a specific application.
  4. apply appropriate technologies to solve a particular problem.
  5. critically evaluate existing visual information systems within the context of current research trend.

Content

  • Introduction to visual information systems
  • Survey the architectures, theories, algorithms, and tools required in building visual information systems.
  • From single image to multiple images
  • Mid-level vision and high-level vision
  • Managing large visual archives
  • Data representation and description
  • Visual feature extraction
  • From content-based to semantics-based retrieval
  • Multiple processors
  • Classifier fusion processes and inferential methods
  • Automatic annotating visual data
  • Case studies of specific applications like art, museums, medical databases, image/video search systems, professional media archives, and digital libraries

Prerequisites

CSM06 (Information Retrieval). Students also need to know at least one programming language (C, C++, Java, or Matlab) for implementing projects. Assistance on using Matlab will be given during the course.

Pattern of Delivery

Spring Semester 15 Credits Dr L Tang

Methods of Teaching/Learning

This is a research-based module. It will comprise 30 hours of seminars, tutorials, discussions and lab sessions.

Methods of Assessment and Weighting

There will be 3 stages of assessment, interim viva on all the elements covered in the module and the project plan, final presentation on project and project report. Students are expected to undertake research-oriented project in the beginning of the spring semester and deliver a 1500-2000 word report at the end of the semester. In the project students may implement components of VIS or conduct surveys of emerging techniques. Students may work individually or in groups but with clearly defined individual work. Students must write individual reports about the project.
Marking Criteria
1. Interim Viva (25%)
  • In-depth understanding of all the elements covered in the module
  • Identification and basic understanding of related literature for final project
  • Formulation of a realistic project plan
2. Project Presentation and Viva (35%)
  • In-depth understanding of the selected project topic and the proposed solution
  • Detailed understanding of research literature covered in the module
  • Demonstrate developed system or explain designed prototype
3. Report (40%)
  • Abstract of the problem and the project
  • Clarity, structure and professionalism in the presentation of the report
  • Consistent, accurate and appropriate references
  • Coherent use of, detailed understanding and evaluation of appropriate literature
  • Appropriate discussion and analysis of the problems in the research project
  • Systematic presentation, analysis and evaluation of the system developed or prototype designed
  • Well argued discussion and conclusions

Selected Texts

Recommended
No textbooks required. A selection of readings will be given to students at the start of the module.
Further Reading

Del Bimbo (1999). “Visual Information Retrieval”, Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, Inc (B)

Forsyth and Ponce (2003), “Computer Vision- A Modern Approach”, Part VII, Prentice Hall (C)

CSM16 catalogue 2004.doc04/11/2018