Catalog of Programs 2006-2008, Volume 2

GAD331 3D Camera & Lighting Techniques This course explores lighting and camera techniques as applied to 3D computer animation. Discussions will cover the general concepts and principles of camera moves and lighting techniques in both traditional and computergenerated environments. Focus will be placed on applying these advanced techniques to a computer-generated animation project. Prerequisite: GAD220. 3 credits GAD332 Interface Design GAD414 Advanced Game Prototyping GAD421 Game Production Team In this continuation of Interactive Game Prototyping students will create and produce a stand-alone game prototype demonstrating game design principles acquired in preceding courses. The culmination of coursework results in students’ fine tuning their design, production and collecting skills as well as scripting and storyboarding. Prerequisite: GAD431. 3 credits GAD415 Low Polygon Modeling and Animation Real time 3D animation requires a thorough understanding and ability to create scenes and characters in such a way as to minimize the time it takes for a computer to redraw the scene as it moves in a game. Students will learn low-polygon creation techniques using industry-standard 3D modeling software and computers. Prerequisite: GAD220. 3 credits GAD416 Advanced Level Design At the beginning of this course, each student should have the game production document, level designs, basic 2D art and 3D models ready to be combined into a playable game demo. The point of this course will be for each student to either select or accept a specific role on the production team and, acting in a timely and professional capacity, ensure that the game demos are completed. Prerequisite: GAD414. 3 credits GAD422 Portfolio Preparation for Game This course is an introduction to the aspects of interface design within the game design process. Students will explore and design project specifications for different delivery platforms and genres. Parameters relating to usability, color, resolution, access speed, playability, aesthetics, navigation and layout will mediate the design process. Students will also apply principles of game design appropriate for specific target audiences and applications. Prerequisite: GAD431 and credits for the 9th quarter. 3 credits GAD333 Advanced Character Animation Student applies techniques learned in previous character modeling and animation courses to create a 10-second animation with a purpose. Topics to be covered are effective use of camera, multiple characters with interaction for video game sequence, use of low-polygon character models, realistic texture mapping of low polygon models and cycling of animation for video games. Prerequisite: GAD232. 3 credits GAD411 Designing Interior Spaces and Worlds Art & Design This course will focus on the refinement of previous works into a comprehensive collection representative of game design skills. Emphasis will be on development, design, craftsmanship and presentation. Prerequisite: 150 Credits in Game Art & Design. 3 credits GAD423 Virtual Reality Building on abilities gained in the Level Design course, students will create more intricate designs for levels, characters, objects and weapons. Emphasis is on interesting game play and puzzles. Prerequisite: GAD412. 3 credits GAD417 Advanced Game Production Team Each student will create the game production document, level designs, basic 2D art and 3D models ready to be combined into a playable Game Demo, then work in teams where each student will either select or accept a specific role on the production team and, acting in a timely and professional capacity, ensure that the Game Demos are completed. Prerequisite: GAD421. 3 credits GAD418 Computer Simulations While many video games take the form of simulations, there are other, more realistic simulation settings that present opportunities for game developers. Students sample a number of computer simulation applications and discuss the design and technological issues involved in their creation. Students also design instructional simulations using multimedia software. Prerequisite: GAD328. 3 credits GAD419 Advanced Edutainment Development This class will combine the elements of learning theory and interactive multimedia to develop games for learning. Topics to be covered will include instructional design, content development, content organization, practice, feedback, and data collection. Students will create a learning module. Prerequisite: GAD414. 3 credits This course will cover digital world building, environmental design, non-linear storytelling, and related topics. The goal of the course is to take students with varying talents, backgrounds, and perspectives and put them together to do what they couldn’t do alone. There are no “idea people” in the course; everyone must share in the mechanical creation of the worlds. This is a hands-on course and it takes a lot of time, but most students find it very fulfilling and fun. Prerequisite: GAD419. 3 credits GAD431 Interactive Game Prototyping Most levels of popular games are designed as building interiors and contain characteristics common to interior design layouts. This course provides the opportunity for students to create architectural interiors representing houses, buildings, and entire worlds contained under a roof, in which to place their game characters. Prerequisites: GAD323, GAD415. 3 credits GAD412 Level Design In this course students will create and produce a stand-alone game prototype demonstrating game design principles acquired in preceding courses. The culmination of course work results in students fine-tuning their design, production and collecting skills as well as scripting and storyboarding. Prerequisite: GAD322. 3 credits GAD432 Portfolio Building upon the Game Design course, this course will teach the student to analyze and break down the game-play needs of the overall project in order to create specific level designs. Given several basic game designs by the instructor, the students will learn to create 2D maps, design level elements (puzzles, traps, etc.) and learn how to add structures, objects (such as power-ups and weapons) and create balanced game-play through combining these disciplines. The student will learn to use both their own designs as well as pre-created level editors, working as a member of a team in a collaborative effort. The student will produce at least 2 playable level designs, on paper and in the computer. Prerequisite: GAD411. 3 credits This course will prepare students for job interviews by helping them compile a portfolio. Students will demonstrate their conceptual, design, craftsmanship and other skills as they assemble and refine their portfolio pieces. Working individually with an instructor, students will select representative pieces, showcasing work that reflects a unique style. Prerequisites: 165 Credits in Game Art & Design, GAD422. 3 credits GDE121 Conceptual Imagery This course focuses on how messages can be constructed through images using subject matter, context juxtaposition, editing, scale, color, and composition. Materials and technologies will be explored. Prerequisites: G133, G230. 3 credits 64

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