Spring 2023 - IAT 167 B100
Digital Games: Genre, Structure, Programming and Play (3)
Class Number: 4088
Delivery Method: Blended
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 4 – Apr 11, 2023: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Location: TBA -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 17, 2023
Mon, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Burnaby
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Prerequisites:
CMPT 120 (or equivalent first year programming course such as CMPT 102, 125, 126, 128, 130, 135, or 166) with a minimum grade of C-.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Introduces game genres, structures, and programming methods basic to developing games. Students learn how games are designed and how to program the underlying patterns that facilitate play and engagement. Issues of user interface, skills and competition are discussed as are principles of compelling entertainment for players. Students who have obtained credit for, or are currently enrolled in, a CMPT course at the 200-division or higher, or IAT 265 or 267 may not complete this course for credit.
Materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
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Registrar Notes:
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