Game Design CourseGame Design Online Course
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Class Name
Introduction to Game DesignIntroduction to Game Design teaches the fundamental concepts for creating games. Game designers are the creative force behind games. As such, they do not create the art or write the programs, but they must understand these roles and more. The key to becoming a good game designer is a great imagination, excellent writing skills, and the ability to motivate players and create fun games. This course will help get you started in all of these areas.
Outline
Week 1: Understanding Games
Week 2: Initial Concept
Week 3: Fleshing out the Story
Week 4: The Design Document
Week 5: Character Design
Week 6: Level Design
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this class.
Requirements
Microsoft Word or other word processor programs.
Class Books
Required Book: Game Design: A Practical Approach [ Suggested Book: The Hero's Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work ] Course Price
Additional Information:
This online course is limited to 100 participants. Your place in the course is confirmed by your payment. Introductory courses are intended for students with no experience in the subject matter and are seeking beginner level training.
Refund Policy: Please read our "Terms and Refund Policy" before registering for this course. Additional Cost: Book and software migh be required for the course. Read the Requirements and Book section for more information. Course fee does not include the book and software cost . Start Date: Click on the Register Now button to process to the registration page. You will see the start date of the class on that page. To get the start date of other courses, click on Open Class List link on the top navigation bar. How eClasses Work:The classroom environment is based on Lundeen & Associates Web Crossing technology, a threaded messaging system. Instructors post lectures, reading selections, and hands-on assignments once a week in the online classroom. Students can discuss the assignments with the instructor and amongst themselves in the classroom area. This format has no set meeting time, which allows students to attend class at a time most convenient to them, yet still provides logically organized communication between class participants. Students can apply for the completion certificate after finishing the class. Web Study certificate is also available. Click on the Certificates link on the top navigation bar for more information. |
Before you register for this class, please read carefully the Outline, Prerequisites, Requirements, Books, and Refund Policy sections. 4 Web Study Certificates
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