Computer Game Development - A.S. Degree
Description The Game Development program prepares students for entry-level careers in the interactive entertainment industry and for transfer to four-year programs in related fields. The curriculum integrates computer science fundamentals with artistic, musical, and theatrical elements to provide students with a well-rounded foundation in the design and production of digital games. Students will develop skills in programming, game engines, level and world building, interactive storytelling, sound and music design, and visual/performing arts for games. The program emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and technical problem-solving, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of the game industry.
Courses
- ARTGD 63 — Introduction to Graphic Design
- ARTGD 82 — Introduction to Digital Media
- ARTGD 84 — Motion Graphic Animation
- CISGAME 1 — Fundamentals of Game Development
- CISGAME 2 — Fundamentals of Game Development II
- CISGAME 403 — Fundamentals of Game Programming
- CISGAME 420 — Mobile/Web Game Development
- COMPSCI 1 — Programming Concepts and Methodology I (C++)
- COMPSCI 10 — Introduction to Data Science
- COMPSCI 2 — Programming Concepts and Methodology II (C++)
- COMPSCI 4 — Discrete Structures
- COMPSCI 401 — Introduction to Virtual and Augmented Reality
- ENGL 7A — Creative Writing: Short Fiction
- ENGL 7B — Creative Writing: Fiction
- ITIS 10 — Introduction to Computer Information Systems
- ITIS 45 — IT Project Management
- MUSIC 16 — Introduction to Recording
- MUSIC 17 — Electronic Music
- MUSIC 18 — Introduction to Pro Tools
- MUSIC 19 — Introduction to Logic and Live
- PHYS 5 — The Ideas of Physics
- THEATRE 1 — Introduction to Theatre
- THEATRE 10 — Principles of Acting I
- THEATRE 31 — Introduction to Design
- THEATRE 7 — Theatrical Script Analysis