GAME PROGRAMMING AND TECHNOLOGIES

2-1/2 Credits

Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisites: PC Maintenance, Repair and Networking; OR

Web Development; OR

Equivalent computer course at home school

Students who enroll in Game Technologies will study various game genres, purposes and platforms. Students will have an opportunity to experience the many careers associated with game development including most aspects of game design and development. Professional design documents will be developed and students will use those documents to create various gaming environments. Educational, entertainment, strategy and simulation games will be the focus. Students will be exposed to different gaming platforms including PC based games and gaming consoles. The more popular game technology tools will be taught including various game engines and 2D and 3D tools. Students will also learn about the legal and business side of gaming. Articulation is in progress. Fee: $30 plus a required USB flash drive (512MB) that will cost approximately $40.

Posted: March 13, 2012