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MMD3713 - Game design

6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

Undergraduate - Unit

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Faculty

Art, Design and Architecture

Organisational Unit

Department of Design

Coordinator(s)

Troy Innocent

Offered

Not offered in 2016

Synopsis

This unit extends existing knowledge of multimedia authoring, 3D animation, and multimedia design into the design of real time 3D games. The role of artists and designers in the game design is explored. The stages of game design are studied - concept, specification, design, development and testing. Individual exercises in game design lead to the development of a prototype game design produced by a project team, with individuals performing specific roles in production.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will:

understand the game design and production process
understand theory and concepts that relate to game design such as the avatar, gameplay, and ludology
creatively approach the unique problems and opportunities of game design
define, develop, plan and organise content for electronic games
understand the range of individual roles, technical skills, and resources required for game design
develop and produce an electronic game prototype
understand and be able to apply the rules of occupational health and safety appropriate to the unit of study

Assessment

Exercises: 30%. Major project: 40%. Essay (1200 words): 30%.

Workload requirements

12 hours per week including; 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial and 9 independent study hours per week

Prerequisites

MMD2304 and DIS1911