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Computer Games Development

Ayrshire College

Venues

Kilwinning Campus

Content

This course will introduce you to a range of topics relating to computer games, with an emphasis on programming and teamwork.

On the creative side you will:
Develop skills in traditional 2D Animation and create your own 2D digital animation sequence;
Explore scripting and develop skills in designing and developing interactive multimedia applications; Look at 3D Level editing; Design a themed environment and develop a basic level using a chosen 3D level editor software package.

On the technical side you will:
Explore structured programming for games and learn about the concepts and techniques involved; Implement a solution for a design, and learn to test and debug a program; Investigate the technology behind game consoles and gaming computers, both internal system components and external devices.

Entry Requirements

1 Higher, plus one other Higher preferred; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview.

Progression Routes

HND Computer Games

Start Date

August

Qualification

HNC

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Computing

SCQF Level

7

Career Area

Computing and ICT

Career Sectors

Computer Skills

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