Computer Programming and Video Game Development
Are you ready to solve the complex programming issues that underlie video game development? Game development is a unique field, requiring both creative genius and technical expertise. At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business, you can develop the computer programming skills necessary to transform a concept into a working product.
Convert your passion for gaming into a career
The foundation of our program is practical, hands-on information technology training designed specifically to prepare students to apply current multi-media technology to video game development. Programming skills learned are refined through digital game creation.
Programming, animation, design
This is a multi-disciplinary program. Core requirements include mathematics, computer programming, database design, game architecture, 3D animation, audio for video game development and human action form.
Career opportunities in video game development
As a graduate of the programming and game development program at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business, you will be trained as a computer programmer who has the specialized ability to develop games. You will be qualified for a wide variety of career positions. Entry level job descriptions include the following:
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Programmer
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Assistant game programmer
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Project manager
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Assistant game designer
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Game development artist
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Game tester
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Technical support specialist
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Software developer
Featured courses leading to an A.A.S. in Programming and Game Development
Game Interface Design & Theory: Learn the fundamentals of design and master design documents. The class deals with design issues, introduction to game programming and level design.
Animation in Game Development: An introduction to animation, this course includes exploration of the user interface, viewports, objects, file management, modeling with 2D splines, polygons and compound objects.
Game Engine Programming: This course covers the application of existing game engine technologies toward developing complex new games. Upon completion, you will be able to identify and utilize structures that are common to a variety of game engines.
Game Development Production: Create your own computer game! You will learn game engine design and Windows programming, with emphasis on implementing a design document into a workable computer game.
Lighting, Scene, and Set Design: In this course you’ll be introduced to the artistic representation of light and shadow and the application of those concepts to various forms of animation. You will be able to create lighting effects from invented light sources and utilize lighting features for use in storyboards, 2D animation and 3D animation.
Learn more about a video game development program
Contact our admissions office for more information about this two-year degree program. Coursework can be completed through classroom or online computer classes.
