F29GK - Games Prototyping

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Syllabus

1. Practice low level languages used in the games industry

2. Investigate and implement common game design patterns

3. Create in engine tool(s) to improve creation/design pipeline

4. Create small individual digital game prototype

5. Showcase final prototype to industry audience

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, students should be able to do the following:

• understanding of lower level programming languages used in industry
• undertake critical analysis of design patterns and apply them to a prototype
• research and practice engine tool creation
• compare and contrast industry standard tools and engines
• present final prototype and design information to industry audience

Further details

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SCQF Level: 9

Credits: 15