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Game development (5 cr)

Code: GD00CU03-3010

General information


Enrollment

08.11.2021 - 21.11.2021

Timing

01.01.2022 - 01.05.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning

Campus

Kouvola Campus

Teaching languages

  • English

Seats

10 - 25

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Game Design

Teachers

  • Marko Siitonen

Teacher in charge

Marko Siitonen

Groups

  • GDKV21SP
    Game design, full-time studies

Objective

You are familiar with game development processes, tools and software, as well as the basic use of game engines.
You will learn different development models and development pipeline.
You learn the basics of game assets creation.
You learn differences between various game engines and how to choose the appropriate game engine for your needs.
You know the fundamentals of 2D and 3D game development tools.

Content

How to use game development tools to create a 2D game?
How to create 2D game assets?
How to create 2D sprites and sprite animations?
How to use 3D and other assets in a game engine?
How to use terrain tools to create 3D environments?
How to code basic interactions?
How to implement an example game level in 3D?

Materials

Lectures, videos, links and tutorials on Learn.

Teaching methods

Learning route based on a working week

You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Your study routine is determined by the scheduled group sessions and by the self-study assignments.
Learning route that accelerates the studies

If you have acquired prior learning in the subject (fully/partially), contact the teacher in charge prior to the course to discuss whether you have the competence required and what are the methods of demonstrating that competence.

If you are unable to attend all the classes due to other courses, you are required to complete the learning assignments independently.

Work-based learning route

You need to contact the course teacher prior to the course to agree on development assignments that you will perform at your workplace. You are required to prove your learning both in theory and practice by giving a presentation at Game Design show and tell day.

Employer connections

RD&i cooperation will be integrated if possible.

Further information

Students complete assignments independently with the help of instructions and video tutorials. In class, a student will receive feedback and deepen their expertise.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Completed assignments.