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ELEC5304: Intelligent Visual Signal Understanding

Semester 1, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit of study introduces basic and advanced concepts and methodologies in image processing and computer vision. This course mainly focuses on image processing and analysis methods as well as intelligent systems for processing and understanding multidimensional signals such as images, which include basic topics like multidimensional signal processing fundamentals and advanced topics like visual feature extraction and image classification as well as their applications for face recognition and object/scene recognition. It mainly covers the following areas: multidimensional signal processing fundamentals, image enhancement in the spatial domain and frequency domain, edge processing and region processing, imaging geometry and 3D stereo vision, object recognition and face recognition.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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Mathematics (e.g. probability and linear algebra) and programming skills (e.g. Matlab/Java/Python/C++)

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Luping Zhou, luping.zhou@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Jinjin Gu, jinjin.gu@sydney.edu.au
Yanli Li, yanli.li@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Rein Liu, yunyi.liu@sydney.edu.au
Erjian Guo, erjian.guo@sydney.edu.au
The census date for this unit availability is 2 April 2024
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment group assignment Group Project 1
Experimental report
20% Week 07
Due date: 14 Apr 2024 at 23:59
n/a
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment group assignment Group project 2
Project report
30% Week 10
Due date: 05 May 2024 at 23:59
Before the due date
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Assignment Individual Project 3
Project report
50% Week 12
Due date: 19 May 2024 at 23:59
n/a
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
group assignment = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

 

Distinction

75 - 84

 

Credit

65 - 74

 

Pass

50 - 64

 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Introduction/multidimensional signal processing fundamentals (principles of camera systems for visual information acquisition and digitization) Lecture (2 hr) LO5
Introduction/multidimensional signal processing fundamentals (principles of camera systems for visual information acquisition and digitization) Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO5
Week 02 Mathematical preliminaries for multi-dimensional signal processing - 2D convolution and Z-transform Lecture (2 hr) LO5
Mathematical preliminaries for multi-dimensional signal processing - 2D convolution and Z-transform Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO5
Week 03 Mathematical preliminaries for multi-dimensional signal processing - matrix manipulation Lecture (2 hr) LO5
Mathematical preliminaries for multi-dimensional signal processing - matrix manipulation Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO5
Week 04 Mathematical preliminaries for multi-dimensional signal processing - machine learning Lecture (2 hr) LO5
Mathematical preliminaries for multi-dimensional signal processing - machine learning Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO5
Week 05 Image restoration Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Image restoration Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO4 LO5
Week 06 Image enhancement Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Image enhancement Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO4 LO5
Week 07 Image analysis - edge detection Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Image analysis - edge detection Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO4 LO5
Week 08 Image analysis - segmentation Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Image analysis - segmentation Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO4 LO5
Week 09 Introducing machine learning Lecture (2 hr) LO5
Introduction to Machine learning software Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO2 LO3 LO5
Week 10 Basic information about deep learning Lecture (2 hr) LO5
Basic information about deep learning Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO5
Week 11 Application of deep learning for multidimensional signal processing - part 1 Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Application of deep learning for multidimensional signal processing - part 1 Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 12 Application of deep learning for multidimensional signal processing - part 2 Lecture (2 hr) LO4 LO5
Application of deep learning for multidimensional signal processing - part 2 Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 13 Review of the final project and presentations Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Review of the final project and presentations Computer laboratory (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

Attendance and class requirements

There are no other requirements for this unit.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed on the Library eReserve link available on Canvas.

  • Digital Image Processing. R.C. Gonzalez and R.E. Woods. 3rd Edition. Prentice Hall. 2008.
  • Pattern Classification. R. Duda, P. Hart and D. Stork. 2nd Edition. Wiley. 2000.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. report results in a professional manner
  • LO2. use appropriate software platforms and tools for a given image processing or computer vision task
  • LO3. use the existing image processing and computer vision packages
  • LO4. apply the image processing and computer vision techniques to solve real world applications
  • LO5. understand the fundamental theory of image processing and computer vision algorithms.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
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This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Offe more course content on machine learning and deep learning.

More information can be found on Canvas.

Additional costs

There are no additional costs for this unit.

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