Student Catalog and Handbook 2023-2024

Game Development Specialist Certificate (GDS1)

The Game Development Specialist certificate program is designed to prepare students to work as entry-level game developers. The student will be able to design and implement a game. Emphasis will be placed on development for the PC platform.

NOTE: Program courses in Computer Information Systems require strong aptitudes for math, problem solving, critical thinking, listening, teamwork, and written direction.

Credits for CIST & CISM courses are awarded only for courses that have been completed within the last seven years. Any courses completed over seven years ago may be recommended by the program chair and approved by the Dean of the School of Business/Public Services if the student presents recent, documented, in-field experience or current software certification.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment as entry-level programmers, video game developers, or video game designers.

Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 16 credit hours

Curriculum

Occupational Courses

CIST 2730Introduction to 3D Animation

4

CIST 2750Game Design

3

CIST 2751Game Development I

3

CIST 2752Game Development II

3

CIST 2759Mathematics for Game Developers

3