This course on Essential Mathematics aims to help creatives refresh or learn the basics of geometrical math essential for algorithmic modeling. The course covers topics such as vectors, vector operations, equations of lines and planes, and parametric curves. The teaching method involves a mix of whiteboard explanations and practical examples using Grasshopper software. The course is designed for creatives interested in parametric design and algorithmic modeling.
Overview
Syllabus
EM_00_Intro to Algorithmic Design.
EM_01_Intro to Vectors.
EM_02_Representing Vectors.
EM_03_Visualizing Vectors.
EM_04_Position Vectors.
EM_05_Vectors vs Points.
EM_06_Previewing Position Vectors.
EM_07_Unit Vectors.
EM_08_Vector Scalar Operation.
EM_09_Vector Addition Operation.
EM_10_Vector Subtraction Operation.
EM_11_Summary of Basic Vector Operations.
EM_12_Vector Dot Product Operation.
EM_13_Vector Cross Product Operation.
EM_14_Vector Equation of a Line.
EM_15_All Points on a Line.
EM_16_Vector Equation of a Plane.
EM_17_Parametric Curves.
EM_18_Examples of Parametric Curves.
Taught by
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