GAME 200 - Game Design

Institution:

Johnson County Community College

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Description:

Students will refer to the history of video games to describe the progression of development up to the modern forms of games available today. Students will critically analyze video games and identify and understand the thematic, visual, systematic, and geographical elements that contribute to making a fun user experience. Abstract systems will be introduced at the beginning of the course, and students will be invited to give their own examples. Models will be shown early as references for students when investigating specific video game structures later in the course. Students will develop a common lattice of "game design patterns" creating a common vocabulary and database. Creative habits and professional attitudes will be discussed. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $20 to $50.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jccc.edu

Phone Number:

(913) 469-8500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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