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.
Catalog Term Year: 2020 Spring
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
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
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
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
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
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IT Elective 
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IT Elective


**
2.0

Semester Totals
14.0
Second Semester
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
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
CIS-065
Adv Game Development 
CIS-065
Adv 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
CIS-069
Adv Animation and Modeling 
CIS-069
Adv Animation and Modeling
Advanced features of modeling and animation software will be covered including building and character creation, texturing and animation. Emphasis will be placed on the importing of models from the environment and exporting of completed models to other applications. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
*
3.0
ITT-050
IT Game Dev Cert Internship 
ITT-050
IT Game Dev 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
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1.0
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IT Elective 
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IT Elective


**
3.0

Semester Totals
16.0

Total Program Hours

30.0