CIS 464 - Computer Game Design

Institution:

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

Subject:

Computer and Information Science

Description:

lectures; 3 hours per week Prerequisites: MTH 112, CIS 280, CIS 360 & Science, technology, and art involved in the creation of computer games. A variety of software technologies relevant to games including programming languages, scripting languages, networks, simulation engines, and multi-media design systems are discussed along with underlying scientific concepts from computer science and related fields including: simulation and modeling, graphics, artificial intelligence, real-time processing, and game theory. The art and design principles for developing useable and engaging games including: software engineering, human computer interaction, thematic structure, graphic design, choreography, music and sound effects, and game aesthetics are introduced and compared.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umassd.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 999-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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