Study Guide

Objective

You learn the fundamentals of game scripting.
You understand object-oriented programming and conventions and syntax of writing code.
You are able to code simple prototypes of your own game concepts.

Content

How to create variables, methods, functions and classes?
How to structure your code?
How to publish your game?

Materials

Learning materials
– Lectures and demonstrations with accompanying downloadable documentation for reference.
– Downloadable Work sheets and exercises
– 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 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 the course to agree on development assignments that you will perform at your work place. 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

This course is not suitable for RDI co-operation

Exam schedules

Deadlines:
– In order to benefit from the dedicated feedback
sessions students must have at least partially completed the assignments
on review at that time.
– If a student misses the deadline for an
assignment feedback session, no assurance of feedback at a later date
can be given. Current works take precedence.
– If a student can not achieve a required deadline the lecturer must be informed and an extension will be negotiated.
– Unauthorised late return of course assignments will have an effect on final grading. (Between 1 and 2 points deducted)

Student workload

In class, student will complete instructive exercises and then receive feedback to deepen their expertise.
Students will also complete assignments independently.

Content scheduling

The student will learn the following:
-how to use C# in Unity to create interactive and functional content
-basics of variables, functions and classes
-how to handle assets, such as sprites and sounds
-how to use rule tiles
-how colliders work
-how to create interactive UI elements

Further information

– Demonstrations and lectures (maybe streamed via Teams) provide relevant theoretical content.
– Students complete a series of scripting assignments independently with the help of instructions provided on Learn.
– Students will receive dedicated feedback sessions on their assignments at regular intervals

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment Methods:
Collaborative Learning outcomes (Group works)
Peer review and self-evaluation
Register of Attendance
Adherence to schedules and deadlines
Activity Checklists
Performance Rating scale for classroom and homework assignments

Assessment Criteria
Students ability to develop ideas, logical thinking, creativity, ability to communicate one’s ideas both verbally and visually, quality of work, ability to follow instructions, ability to work to deadlines, level of attendance, activity and contribution to class, evidence of improvement in technical/design/aesthetic skills.

Grading. Fail, Incomplete, 1:pass, 2:pass+ 3:Commended 4:Highly commended 5:Distinction
Assessment scale1-5

Qualifications

Basic knowledge of game engines.