AI 482 Computer VisionMEF UniversityDegree Programs Artificial IntelligenceGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Artificial Intelligence
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

ECTS Course Information Package

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Engineering
Course Code AI 482
Course Title in English Computer Vision
Course Title in Turkish Bilgisayarlı Görü
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Select
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 161 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge Object Oriented Programming, Data Structures
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To become familiar with the fundamental concepts of Computer Vision, such as image formation, camera parameters, preprocessing, convolution, segmentation, edge and corner detection, line and ellipse fitting, image understanding and object recognition.
Course Description This course provides a comprehensive introduction to some fundamental aspects of Computer Vision. The following topics are covered: Introduction, Image formation, camera parameters, preprocessing, convolution, segmentation, edge and corner detection, line and ellipse fitting, Object Tracking, image understanding and object recognition, Deep Learning.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) Understand image formation process, camera parameters and projections;
2) Apply convolution for filtering and preprocessing;
3) Apply probability and statistics to solve problems in computer vision;
4) Develop feature extractors such as edge, corner, blob detectors;
5) Develop vision solutions using deep learning methods
6) Develop image understanding and objects recognition solutions;
7) Communicate effectively by means of reports and presentations;
8) Analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions;
9) Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2) An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4) An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5) An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6) An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7) An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics H HW,Project,Exam
2) An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors H Select,HW,Project,Exam
3) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences S Project
4) An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts N
5) An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives N
6) An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions S HW,Project,Exam
7) An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies S HW,Project,Exam
Prepared by and Date MUHİTTİN GÖKMEN , February 2026
Course Coordinator TUBA AYHAN
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction
2) Convolution
3) Filtering
4) Features: Edge Detection
5) Features: HoG, Harris Corners, SIFT
6) Cameras and Image Formation
7) Neural Networks – Back Propagation, Training
8) Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)
9) Deep Learning - Autoencoders
10) Deep Learning – Classification and Recognition
11) Deep Learning - Object Detection
12) Deep Learning - Segmentation
13) Deep- Learning - Transformers
14) Stereo and Optical flow
15) Final Exam/Project/Presentation Period
16) Final Exam/Project/Presentation Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsComputer Vision: Algorithms and Applications, Richard Szeliski, Springer Science & Business Media, 2010 Introductory Techniques for 3-D Computer Vision, by Emanuele Trucco, Alessandro Verri, Prentice-Hall, 1998
Teaching MethodsLecturing and exercises in the classroom with computers. In-class exercises and 3 Projects will be carried out by students
Homework and ProjectsIn-class exercises, 3 Projects
Laboratory WorkProgramming exercises
Computer UseFor Programming
Other Activities
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
TOTAL %
Course Administration gokmenm@mef.edu.tr
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Devam kuralları: Minimum %70 devam zorunludur. Quiz kaçırma: Geçerli mazeret belgeleri sunulduğu takdirde, öğrencinin kaçırdığı her quiz, diğer tüm quizlerin ortalamasına eşit bir not ile değerlendirilecektir. Telafi sınavı yapılmayacaktır. Ara sınavı kaçırma: Geçerli mazeret belgeleri sunulduğu takdirde, ara sınav için telafi sınavı sağlanacaktır. Final sınavı kaçırma: Fakülte yönetmelikleri geçerlidir. Uygunsuz davranış, akademik dürüstlük ihlali ve intihal, Yükseköğretim Kanunu’nun 54. maddesine tabidir.

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 1 3 1 70
Project 8 5 3 2 80
Midterm(s) 1 3 1 4
Final Examination 1 5 2 7
Total Workload 161
Total Workload/25 6.4
ECTS 6