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Cyprus International University
TR

INTRODUCTION TO GAME ENGINES

Course
GADS102 - INTRODUCTION TO GAME ENGINES
Department
Digital Game Design - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
4
ECTS
8
T+P+L
3 + 2 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
-
Prerequisite
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Keywords

Course Description

This course prepares students for a gaming engine as a software development environment, also referred to as a “game architecture” or “game framework” with settings and configurations that optimize and simplify the development of video games across a variety of programming languages. The main objective of this course is to develop digital games by using the outputs obtained using different programs that include visual design and modelling focused on level design, within the game engine. Students are expected to participate in the project-based game development process. The course features the programs used in the industry that will be introduced and their use in the game development process will be taught.

INTRODUCTION TO GAME ENGINES

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Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to the game engine
Week 2 Navigation and shortcuts within the game engine.
Week 3 Material creation and use
Week 4 Learning Variables
Week 5 Variable usage
Week 6 Interaction system
Week 7 Light and door system with interaction
Week 8 Midterm Exam
Week 9 Light and door system with interaction
Week 10 Light and door system with interaction
Week 11 Define the actor component
Week 12 Creating collectible system via using actor component
Week 13 Combine collectible system with door via using actor component
Week 14 Content repetation with final project
Week 15 Final

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Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Has knowledge of the basic concepts, theory and methods in the field of public relations, advertising, marketing and integrated marketing communications.
  2. P02 Has knowledge of the appropriate media planning processes for target audiences in the field of public relations and advertising.
  3. P03 Is able to write periodic reports on the activities carried out in the fields of public relations and advertising.
  4. P04 Is able to use research and planning methods and techniques related to public relations and advertising.
  5. P05 Knows organisational crisis management processes.
  6. P06 Knows the media and digital media communication techniques and processes related to the promotion of institutions and organisations.
  7. P07 Knows the creation and application of media strategy in the field of public relations and advertising.
  8. P08 Has knowledge of legal regulations and ethics related to public relations and advertising.
  9. P09 Is able to conduct marketing and consumer behavior research and undertake planning based on this research data.
  10. P10 Is able to conduct public relations and advertising campaigns.
  11. P11 Is able to use digital media and social media in the fields of public relations and advertising.
  12. P12 Has the ability to use current and effective presentation techniques in the field of public relations and advertising.
  13. P13 Is able to monitor social developments and changes in the behavior of the target audience and use the information obtained to design public relations and advertising campaigns.
  14. P14 Is able to take initiative in solving problems in the fields of public relations and advertising by acting as a responsible individual as well as a team member.
  15. P15 Is able to create and implement brand and communication strategies.
  16. P16 Is able to analyse consumer behavior in traditional and digital channels of communication using scientific methods and to evaluate the unique dynamics of these channels.
  17. P17 Is aware of and acts in accordance with the standards and ethical codes of national and international professional organisations in the fields of public relations and advertising.
  18. P18 Can communicate effectively within an international study and work environments.
  19. P19 Can apply their learning into practice in real work contexts,

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