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IT-Computer Game Development (CRT.ITGD)

The certificate in Computer Game Development trains students in all phases of the game development process. Coursework includes design, programming, 2D and 3D animation and art. The certificate allows for some flexibility to add other specialty classes as well.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Summer

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First Year
First Semester

CORECIS-156

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-062

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-063

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREITT-053

Credit Hours: 3.00

ELE--- ---

Credit Hours: 2.00

First Year
Second Semester

COREITT-066

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-162

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-065

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-069

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREITT-050

Credit Hours: 1.00

ELE--- ---

Credit Hours: 3.00

FIRST YEAR
First Semester			Hours
CORE	CIS-156	Computer Logic CIS-156 Computer Logic This course is an introduction to basic computer programming terms and concepts. JavaScript is used to illustrate variables, conditional statements, functions, loops and arrays. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIS-062	Computer Game Development CIS-062 Computer Game Development A practical exploration of video game development using both original programming and modification of existing game code. A variety of game types will be explored and created with the focus being on understanding, exploration and creativity in the development process. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline +	3.0
CORE	CIS-063	3-D Computer Animation CIS-063 3-D Computer Animation An overview and exploration of the different applications and techniques used in the development of 3D models for game, video and web animation. The course will explore a variety of commonly used tools and will identify their strengths and capacities. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline +++	3.0
CORE	ITT-053	Digital Media Arts ITT-053 Digital Media Arts An introduction to using digital technology to produce artistic creations on the computer. Students will learn basic art theories of design, color, typography, and visual elements and how to apply them in a digital environment. Course Outline +++	3.0
ELE	--- ---	CIS or ITT Elective --- --- CIS or ITT Elective	2.0
	Semester Totals		14.0
Second Semester
CORE	ITT-066	Indie Game Development Lab ITT-066 Indie Game Development Lab This course is a production class that mimics the game development environment in an indie development house. Methods of production will be covered, options will be discussed and assignments will be made based on skill and ability. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline +++	3.0
CORE	CIS-162	Object-Oriented Programming I CIS-162 Object-Oriented Programming I This course teaches the fundamentals of object-oriented programming. It builds on the concepts of data types, functions, arrays, programming structures and debugging from CIS 156 Computer Logic while introducing classes, objects, encapsulation and modular design using the C# language. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIS-065	Advanced Game Development CIS-065 Advanced Game Development An in-depth examination of the different game genres available and how to create appropriate content for each. Integration of basic programming and animation skills with more advanced topics will be discussed and developed through several individual and group projects. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	3.0
CORE	CIS-069	Cross Platform Game Development CIS-069 Cross Platform Game Development Advanced features of modeling and animation software will be covered including architecture, character creation, texturing and animation. Emphasis will be placed on integration of cross platform apps into the creation of an electronic game, including the use of multiple file formats for exporting and importing. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline ++++	3.0
CORE	ITT-050	IT Game Development Cert Internship ITT-050 IT Game Development Cert Internship Designed to give Game Development students on-the-job experience. The students must work in the community in an animation, modeling or programming related area. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	1.0
ELE	--- ---	CIS or ITT Elective --- --- CIS or ITT Elective	3.0
	Semester Totals		16.0

Total Program Hours

30.0

Suggested Electives
ELE	ITT-063	Innovation I ITT-063 Innovation I This course examines the history, technology, and progression of innovation and innovative ideas in IT, robotics, electronics, and DIY makerspace environments. The tools and techniques used in the innovation lab will be explored. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-064	Innovation II ITT-064 Innovation II A practical, lab-based class that concentrates on the design, development, and implementation of physical and electronic computer interfaces. The goal is to extend the reality of computer use and/or game play using both currently available and custom hardware and software. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	CIS-066	Digital Video Production CIS-066 Digital Video Production An overview course discussing the development of digital video including planning and shooting, editing, titling, effects and animation, soundtrack creation and audio editing and output in DVD, video and the Web. Streaming output will also be discussed. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-068	Digital Video Effects ITT-068 Digital Video Effects This course is a continuation of post-production techniques that includes but is not limited to compositing, chromakeying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, matte effects, 3D production techniques and motion graphics. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0

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Faculty Contact: Benjamin Panful
Faculty Email: bpanful@lakelandcollege.edu
Faculty Phone: 217-234-5358

* There are prerequisites, course requisites, or minimum placement test scores for this course.
** Electives must be approved by the Program Coordinator
+ Course only offered fall semester
++ Course only offered spring and summer semester
+++ Course only offered spring semester
++++ Course offered in summer term only
^ SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
^^ Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
^^^ Course requires a 30-hour practicum experience in addition to classroom lecture hours
^^^^ ECE 120 and ECE 125 must be taken the same semester

IT-Computer Game Development (CRT.ITGD)

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Summer

First YearFirst Semester

First YearSecond Semester

CIS-156Computer Logic

CIS-062Computer Game Development

CIS-0633-D Computer Animation

ITT-053Digital Media Arts

--- ---CIS or ITT Elective

Semester Totals

ITT-066Indie Game Development Lab

CIS-162Object-Oriented Programming I

CIS-065Advanced Game Development

CIS-069Cross Platform Game Development

ITT-050IT Game Development Cert Internship

--- ---CIS or ITT Elective

Semester Totals

Total Program Hours

ITT-063Innovation I

ITT-064Innovation II

CIS-066Digital Video Production

ITT-068Digital Video Effects

ITT-063Innovation I

ITT-064Innovation II

CIS-066Digital Video Production

ITT-068Digital Video Effects

ITT-063Innovation I

ITT-064Innovation II

CIS-066Digital Video Production

ITT-068Digital Video Effects

First Year
First Semester

First Year
Second Semester

CIS-156
Computer Logic

CIS-062
Computer Game Development

CIS-063
3-D Computer Animation

ITT-053
Digital Media Arts

--- ---
CIS or ITT Elective

ITT-066
Indie Game Development Lab

CIS-162
Object-Oriented Programming I

CIS-065
Advanced Game Development

CIS-069
Cross Platform Game Development

ITT-050
IT Game Development Cert Internship

--- ---
CIS or ITT Elective

ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-064
Innovation II

CIS-066
Digital Video Production

ITT-068
Digital Video Effects

ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-064
Innovation II

CIS-066
Digital Video Production

ITT-068
Digital Video Effects

ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-064
Innovation II

CIS-066
Digital Video Production

ITT-068
Digital Video Effects