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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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ELEC 559 001 (CRN: 25701)
IMAGE AND VIDEO COMPRESSION
Long Title: IMAGE AND VIDEO COMPRESSION ALGORITHMS AND STANDARDS
Department: Electrical & Computer Eng.
Instructor: Orchard, Michael
Meeting: 2:30PM - 3:45PM TR (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Section Max Enrollment: 20
Section Enrolled: 3
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 40
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 5
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 2:07AM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: Introduction to the basic theory of image and video coding and comprehensive coverage of modern techniques used in current video coding standards and in advanced standards currently in development. Course projects include hands-on experience with actual reference software used in video coding standard development activities. Coverage includes protocols used for video streaming. Cross-list: ELEC 459. Recommended Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate background in Electrical Engineering signal & systems Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for ELEC 559 if student has credit for ELEC 459.