GA 3420 - Game Creation Fundamentals

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

This junior-level, studio-based course is an introduction to game design and development. Students will learn the fundamentals of how a game engine works, how to differentiate between various genres (such as FPS, Action, Side Scroller, etc.), modify and import custom assets, and use basic scripting to influence gameplay. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have demonstrated familiarity and proficiency with an engine through the creation of test assets and simple level prototypes.

Prerequisites: GA 2420 Game Shader Development

Notes: (Formerly GA2220 Game Creation Fundamentals, GA 1120 and GA 2010)

Course Learning Outcomes:

Plan and create small, functional levels utilizing a combination of static meshes and brushes.
Demonstrate knowledge of triggered events for gameplay.
Apply materials to static and brush surfaces.
Sculpt exterior environments using terrain editing tools.

GA3420 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric

Required Course Materials:

Autodesk Maya
Unreal Engine
Substance Suite