CE Course Schedule
Course Listings as of July 24, 2008 at 06:30am
Video Game Development
The Video Games industry is a fast growing, multi-billion dollar industry. Austin is one of the leaders in the country. Video games require unique design, programming, art and production skills. Join the fast paced world of entertainment! Books are purchased separately from the Rio Grande Campus bookstore, 512.474.2607. Each class requires a book. Instructor supplies only additional study materials. See website for details: www.austincc.edu/techcert
ARTV 1045 3D Modeling and Rendering I
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
Techniques of three-dimensional (3-D) modeling utilizing appropriate software. Includes the creation and modification of 3-D geometric shapes, use of a variety of rendering techniques, camera light sources, texture, and surface mapping. Integrated with college credit ARTV 1445.
1 93289 Aug 25 - Dec 10 12:00pm - 2:40p MW NRG 3134 OH Borden, Ann F
2 93290 Aug 25 - Dec 10 12:00pm - 2:40p MW SAC 1209 OH Farr, Sara R
c 93288 Aug 26 - Dec 11 9:00am -11:40a TTh NRG 3134 OH Farr, Sara R
ARTV 2045 3D Modeling and Rendering II
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
A studio course focused on advanced 3-D modeling and rendering techniques using industry standard software: spline modeling, patch modeling, and other organic modeling techniques; learn advanced use of camera settings, lighting, and surfacing to create detailed environments; cover advanced topics such as particle and volumetric effects, and setting up a model with weight maps, hierarchies, bones, and constraints. Integrated with college credit ARTV 2445.
1 93291 Aug 25 - Dec 10 9:00am -11:40a MW NRG 3134 OH Polk, Randall
ARTV 2051 3D Animation II
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
Advanced skill development in three-dimensional modeling and rendering techniques using lighting, staging, and special effects for digital output. Emphasis on the production of three-dimensional (3-D) animation as final digital outputting using modeling, rendering and animation software. Integrated with college credit ARTV 2451.
2 93292 Aug 26 - Dec 11 12:00pm - 2:40p TTh NRG 3134 Staff
ARTV 2076 3D Animation III
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
An advanced studio course in the theory and technique of three-dimensional (3D) animation utilizing appropriate software. Topics include advanced animation tools sets and techniques, including the preparation and implementation of 3D animation into interactive applications. Integrated with college credit ARTV 2476.
2 93313 Aug 26 - Dec 11 3:00pm - 5:40p TTh NRG 3134 Staff
GAME 1003 Introduction to Game Design and Development
(64.0 hours/$162.00/$24.00 Lab)
Introduction to electronic game development and game development careers. Includes examination of history and philosophy of games, the game production process, employee factors for success in the field, and current issues and practices in the game development industry. Integrated with college credit GAME 1303.
14 93282 Aug 25 - Dec 10 9:00am -10:40a MW NRG 3137 Staff
13 93283 Aug 28 - Dec 13 10:00am - 1:30p S NRG 3137 Staff
GAME 1004 Level Design
(96.0 hours/$162.00/$24.00 Lab)
Introduction to the tools and concepts used to create levels for games and simulations. Incorporates level design, architecture theory, concepts of critical path and flow, balancing, play testing, and storytelling. Includes utilization of toolsets from industry titles. Integrated with college credit GAME 1304.
12 93284 Aug 26 - Dec 11 9:00am -11:40a TTh NRG 3137 Staff
GAME 1006 Design and Creation of Games
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
Introduction to game and simulation development. Includes analysis of existing applications and creation of a game using an existing game engine. In-depth coverage of the essential elements of game design. Also covers an overview of the cultural history of electronic games, a survey of the major innovators, and an examination of the trends and taboos that motivate game design. Integrated with college credit GAME 1406.
12 93286 Aug 25 - Dec 10 3:00pm - 5:40p MW NRG 3137 Staff
13 93285 Aug 26 - Dec 11 12:00pm - 2:40p TTh NRG 3137 OH Gaber, Garry M
GAME 1023 Game Programming and Graphics
(60.0 hours/$599.00)
This course is intended for programmers who want to enter the field of game design and development, but who do not have training in game programming techniques including 2D and 3D graphics, sound, and animation needed to complete a game programming project. Topics covered in the course include: object oriented design of games, discrete event simulation and state machines, managing game time, game GUI implementation, and introduction to 2D and 3D graphics, sound programming, and game design.
Prerequisites: Video game programming, C/C++ programming experience or consent of instructor.
15 92838 Sep 6 - Dec 20 1:00pm - 5:00p S HBC 301.3 OH Pendleton, Robert
GAME 1025 The Business of Video Games
(48.0 hours/$459.00)
The course is designed for those interested in managing their own game products, or those in established companies who have a need to better understand the business issues in game products. The course will cover the basics of business management. Topics include: How to start it: incorporation, sole proprietorship, sub chapter S corporation, versus a normal corporation; How to do it: market analysis and marketing/sales, managing development, manage a budget, what costs don't you expect, tax implications, cost estimation, subcontracting work; How to protect it: negotiation, contracts, and intellectual property. Subject matter experts will give lectures.
15 92788 Aug 27 - Dec 17 6:00pm - 9:00p W HBC 301.0 OH Louden, William H
GAME 1028 Concept Art I
(48.0 hours/$459.00)
This course will explore methods for and strengthen skills for establishing a look and feel for an entire game. Students will choose a game concept, and then design and draw characters, environments, architecture, static objects, UI, and storyboards for that game. There will be a strong focus on applying 2D design concepts, such as design elements and spatial relationships. The final project will be a complete, fully illustrated pitch document for a game.
Prerequisites: Design and life drawing courses or instructor's consent.
15 92789 Aug 25 - Dec 15 6:00pm - 9:00p M HBC 301.3 OH Nelson, Mitchell A
GAME 1043 Game and Simulation Programming I
(64.0 hours/$162.00/$12.00 Lab)
Game and simulation programming. Includes advanced pointer manipulation techniques and pointer applications, points and vectors, sound, and graphics. Integrated with college credit GAME 1343.
1 93297 Aug 28 - Dec 11 6:00pm - 9:30p Th NRG 3136 Staff
GAME 1070 Video Game Art
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
Industry software tools used in the creation of 2D and 3D computer graphics. Includes the concepts, commands, and interfaces of industry-standard raster, vector graphics, and 3D software applications in order to create and manipulate 2D images and 3D models. Covers team integration and communication, asset management, source control, and localization. Integrated with college credit GAME 1470.
14 93309 Aug 25 - Dec 10 12:00pm - 2:40p MW NRG 3137 OH Gaber, Garry M
13 93308 Aug 26 - Dec 11 3:00pm - 5:40p TTh NRG 3137 OH Gaber, Garry M
GAME 1071 Interactive Writing I
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
An introductory course in traditional narrative practices and forms of literature, as well as interactive fiction. Includes creative writing, character design, world/environment design, and scripting for interactive media. Integrated with college credit GAME 1471.
14 93310 Aug 27 - Dec 13 6:00pm - 8:45p W HBC 301.3 Staff
Aug 27 - Dec 13 9:00am -11:45a S HBC 301.3
GAME 1072 Design Creation of Games II
(96.0 hours/$216.00/$24.00 Lab)
Intermediate level course that includes video game projects and game designer tasks. Includes pre-production, design phase, production, and post-production. Addresses game systems, technical tools, scripting, level editors, level design fundamentals, power-up design, and enemy design. Also covers an analysis of contemporary game industry platforms and their specific challenges. Class project will include creating a video game. Integrated with college credit GAME 1472.
13 93311 Aug 25 - Dec 10 6:00pm - 8:40p MW NRG 3137 Staff
GAME 2002 Mathematical Applications for Game Development
(64.0 hours/$162.00/$12.00 Lab)
Presents applications of mathematics and science in game and simulation programming. Includes the utilization of matrix and vector operations, kinematics, and Newtonian principles in games and simulations. Also covers code optimization. Integrated with college credit GAME 2302.
2 93298 Aug 26 - Dec 11 5:40pm - 6:55p TTh NRG 4211 OH Russell, Paul E
Aug 26 - Dec 11 7:00pm - 7:50p Th NRG 4233
GAME 2012 Interactive Audio
(48.0 hours/$459.00)
This course will run through the game audio development process from start to finish. Students will work with current development and audio production tools to realize audio designs. Music, sound effects, and dialog production will be covered as well as content authoring, audio implementation, and asset management. Emphasis will be put on the designer role in the audio process.
15 92790 Aug 29 - Dec 19 6:00pm - 9:00p F HBC 301.3 Staff
GAME 2038 Game Testing
(96.0 hours/$162.00/$24.00 Lab)
Testing and debugging gaming and simulation applications in the alpha and beta stages of production. Includes critiques of the product and written documentation of the testing and debugging processes. Integrated with college credit GAME 2338.
12 93287 Aug 26 - Dec 11 6:00pm - 8:40p TTh NRG 3137 Staff
GAME 2041 Game Scripting
(64.0 hours/$162.00/$12.00 Lab)
Scripting languages with emphasis on game concepts and simulations. Integrated with college credit GAME 2341.
2 93059 Aug 25 - Dec 8 6:00pm - 9:30p M NRG 3136 Staff
c 93060 Aug 27 - Dec 10 6:00pm - 9:30p W NRG 3136 Staff
GAME 2042 Game Development Using C++
(64.0 hours/$162.00/$12.00 Lab)
Skill development in C++ programming for games and simulations. Examines real-world C++ development issues. Integrated with college credit GAME 2342.
c 93295 Aug 26 - Dec 9 6:00pm - 9:30p T NRG 3136 Staff
GAME 2059 Capstone: Video Games
(42.0 hours/$459.00)
This is the final course in the ACC Video Game Development Certificate Program. Students will be assigned to a 4-person team to develop a video game, mod or reel that will serve to demonstrate their capabilities. Each team will have a representative from each of the disciplines - Programming, Art, Design and Production. The class will run the length of the semester. Each team will have an industry mentor. The team will define the project, design the game, schedule the work required, and test and deliver the game on the committed schedule. There will be periodic milestone reviews with industry professionals. These milestone meetings will serve as go/no-go checkpoints for the team project. The output of the project will be the property of the students. There will be no classroom meetings, only one-on-one with mentor and project evaluators. This project will run the length of the semester.
Prerequisites: Completion of all other requirements for an ACC Video Game Development Certificate in one of the four specialization disciplines. See Program Coordinator.
15 93268 Aug 1 - Dec 31 OH McGoldrick, Robert
GAME 2070 Video Game Production
(48.0 hours/$162.00/$24.00 Lab)
Intermediate course in the phases of game development and publishing. A production-centric course, which includes issues of design documentation, content creation, team roles, group dynamics, risk assessment, people management, and process management. Covers phases of product development: requirements, technical definition, development plan construction, plan management, problem management, process assessment, improvement and quality assurance/test. Also addresses development for personal computers versus console or wireless. Integrated with college credit GAME 2370.
14 93312 Aug 30 - Dec 13 1:00pm - 3:30p S NRG 4146 Staff
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