GAM 296 - Independent Study in Game Design

1-4 Credits, 3-12 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 3-12 lab periods
Self-directed projects in game programming at the advanced level. Includes defining a project, tool and medium, conceptualize and execute a project, professional environment, and completing and critiquing the project.

Recommendation: Completion of CIS 278 and GAM 150 is highly recommended before enrolling in this course. If any recommended course is taken, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
Information: May be taken four times for a maximum of sixteen credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.

Course Learning Outcomes

Define programming project objectives.
Use the computer language of their choice to complete an independent game project.
Demonstrate the ability to conceptualize and execute an independent game project.
Produce a game prototype working with a game engine.

Outline:

Define a Project
1. Plans
2. Materials
Tools and Medium
1. Traditional media
2. Hardware
3. Software
Conceptualize and Execute a Project
1. Develop the idea
2. Produce the project
Professional Environment
1. Deadline
2. Presentations
3. Interpreting client needs
Complete the Project
1. Critique the Project

Effective Term:
Spring 2021