SGD212: SGD Design II| Wake Tech DIVISION OF COMPUTER & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES Syllabi

WAKE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIVISION OF COMPUTER & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE NO: SGD212
TITLE: SGD Design II

Textbook(s):
     Title: David Perry on Game Design: A Brainstorming ToolBox
     Author: David Perry
     ISBN:978-1584506683
     Publisher: Cengage Learning

     Title: Casual Game Design: Designing Play for the Gamer in All of Us
     Author: Gregory Trefry
     ISBN: 9780123749536
     Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann Pub

     Title: The Game Maker's Apprentice
     Author: Jacob Habgood
     ISBN: 1590596153
     Publisher: APress

Software used to complete coursework: GameMaker, MS Office
Other required equipment: Flash Drive

Credit Hours: Three (3) Semester Hours
Pre-requisites: SGD112
Co-requisites: none

Course Description:
This course covers the advanced principles of simulation and game design. Topics include advanced design concepts in simulation and game development. Upon completion, students should be able to design an advanced simulation or game.

Course Goals:

Explain the various genres of simulations/games & the unique characteristics of each
Formulate accurate predictions regarding the future of simulations & games
Describe the technical challenges presented by online game

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate (through completion of classwork and assignments):

Construct advanced simulations & games
Compose concept documents for simulations & games
Prepare & employ art assets for simulations & games

The Core Values of Wake Technical Community College
Respect	Instructor and students will foster an environment that is respectful of all.
Responsibility	Instructor and students will foster an environment that promotes taking responsibility for one's actions and obligations.
Critical Thinking	Instructor and students will strive to improve the critical thinking skills of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Communication	Instructor and students will strive to ensure that both written and oral communications are clearly understood.
Collaboration	Instructor and students will strive to develop collaborative skills.

Grading Is As Follows:
Exams	40	Exams
Projects	50	Projects
Participation	10	Participation

Classroom Policies:

Students are responsible for all of the information presented in the Wake Technical Community College Student Handbook.
Please note that computers are to be used at all times for official course purposes. Use of computers for general web surfing, e-mailing, chat room discussions, social networking, and any other non-course related task is forbidden. Violation of this rule will result in a grade deduction and possible loss of computer privileges.
The college forbids the use of all audible electronic equipment during instructional time. Forbidden devices include but are not limited to: cell phones, smart phones, MP3 players, and PDAs.
If you miss a lecture or arrive late, you are responsible for the material presented, handouts distributed, and any announcements made that day. The instructor will not provide notes for missed classes.

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Unit	Coursework	Textbook/Assignments
Tentative Schedule Note: This schedule is subject to some changes/modifications per Instructor -- This offered as only a study guide. The pace of each class differs according to the instructional needs of the students in the class. Always consult with your instructor. Note** A Final Project may be assigned in lieu of a Final Exam.
1	Course Overview Action Games	Reading: Game Design - 1-5 Homework: Concept Document, Artwork & 3-Level Action Game Prototype
2	Business	Reading: Game Design - 6-8 Homework: Action Game (continued)Homework Due: Action Game Concept Document
3	Story	Reading: Game Design - 9-11 Homework: Action Game (continued)Homework Due: Action Game Artwork
4	Characters	Reading: Game Design - 12-14 Homework: Concept Document, Artwork & 3-Level Strategy or Role-Playing Game Prototype Homework Due: Action Game
5	Speech	Reading: Game Design - 15-16 Homework: Strategy or Role-Playing Game (continued) Homework Due: Strategy or Role-Playing Game Concept Document
6	Worlds	Reading: Game Design - 17-20 Homework: Strategy or Role-Playing Game (continued) Homework Due: Strategy or Role-Playing Game Artwork
7	Midterm Exam	Homework: Concept Document, Artwork, & 3-Level Educational Game Prototype Homework Due: Strategy or Role-Playing Game
8	Experience	Reading: Game Design - 21-24 Homework: Educational Game (continued)Homework Due: Concept Document Educational Game
9	Obstacles	Reading: Game Design - 25-27 Homework: Educational Game (continued Homework Due: Educational Game Artwork
10	Pace	Reading: Game Design - 28-30 Homework: Vehicle Simulation (continued)Homework Due: Vehicle Simulation Concept Document
11	Problems	Reading: Game Design - 31-32 Homework: Vehicle Simulation (continued)Homework Due: Vehicle Simulation Concept Document
12	Weapons	Reading: Game Design - 33-34 Homework: Vehicle Simulation (continued)Homework Due: Vehicle Simulation Artwork
13	Casual Games	Reading: Casual Game Design Chapter 1-6 Homework: Concept Document, Artwork & 3-Level Sports or Puzzle Game Prototype Homework Due: Vehicle Simulation
14	Core Mechanics	Reading: Casual Game Design Chapter 6-12 Homework: Sports or Puzzle Game (continued) Homework Due: Sports or Puzzle Game Concept Document
15	Review for Final	Homework: Sports or Puzzle Game (continued) Homework Due: Sports or Puzzle Game Artwork
16	Final Exam	Homework Due: Sports or Puzzle Game

Disability Support Services (DSS) is available for students who require academic accommodations due to any physical, psychological, or learning disability. To determine eligibility, contact the office at 108-S Holding Hall or call
919-866-5500