Title of Major: Visual Arts Professional - Game Development, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.

Code: AAS.VSL-P.GAME-DEV

Total Credit Hours: 60

About the Visual Arts and Humanities Department

Purpose: Designed to provide students with basic skills necessary to become independent game developers. It provides first-hand experience in designing game levels, producing original game art, and prototyping game concepts using both 2D and 3D game engines.

Students interested in working for a large AAA game company are encouraged to consider the Visual ArtsTransfer AA-Game and Art Design area of concentration. The transfer degree will better prepare a student for developing a more focused set of skills necessary to get an entry-level job in this highly competitive industry, by allowing students to more easily transfer to a four year school to complete a bachelor degree. There is also a Game Development Certificate available for students who wish for a more focused study of the subject.

Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory): Wilfredo Valladares

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________

Term 1

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1  OR ENG 101A - Academic Writing and Research 1   (English Composition General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
Mathematics General Education Requirement	3 credit hours
ART 100 - Two-Dimensional Design   (Arts and Humanities General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
ART 106 - Introduction to Digital Design   (Technology Requirement)	3 credit hours
ART 155 - 2D Game Production  OR ART 157 - 3D Game Production	3 credit hours

Term 2

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ENG 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2   (English Composition General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
Biological and Physical Sciences General Education Requirement	3-4 credit hours
ART 155 - 2D Game Production  OR ART 157 - 3D Game Production	3 credit hours
ART 158 - Game History	3 credit hours
Choose one of the following Art Electives: ART 103 - Color   ART 120 - Digital Photography 1   ART 121 - Darkroom Photography 1: Black & White   ART 125 - Drawing 1   ART 135 - Sculpture 1: Clay Modeling and Mixed Media   ART 137 - Illustration   ART 160 - Video 1   ART 166 - Graphic Design 1   ART 170 - Web Design 1   ART 251 - Animation 1   ART 252 - Animation 2   ART 262 - Image & Design	3 credit hours

Term 3

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education Requirement   Note: Many of the Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education courses simultaneously fulfill the Diversity Requirement.	3 credit hours
Wellness General Education Requirement     Must select from list of approved general education courses.	3 credit hours
ART 159 - Game Interface Design	3 credit hours
Choose one of the following Game Electives: ART 154 - 3D Computer Graphics   ART 156 - 3D Game Graphics   ART 258 - Game Character Design  ART 259 - Gaming Practicum	3 credit hours
Choose one additional Art Elective from list in Term 2.	3 credit hours

Term 4

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
ART 255 - Game Development	3 credit hours
Choose one additional course from the list of Game Electives in Term 3.	3 credit hours
ART 250 - Digital Portfolio Development	3 credit hours
ART 275 - Digital Arts Internship   If available, a student may substitute ART 259 - Gaming Practicum  for ART 275, pending approval of department chair.	3 credit hours
Electives Recommend students consult with Visual Arts faculty when selecting electives. No more than 3 credits of physical activity may be taken as electives.	5 credit hours