Student Catalog 2018-2019

Animation and Game Design Specialist Certificate (AAG1)

The Animation and Game Design Specialist certificate program is designed to prepare students to work in a variety of areas in the game development industry, including animation and interfaces. The emphasis on 2D and 3D animation and 3D graphics for gaming prepares students to work in simulation development, model fantasy characters for games, develop gaming interfaces, and work on interactive media projects.

NOTE: Program courses in Computer Information Systems require strong aptitudes for math, problem solving, critical thinking, listening, teamwork, and written direction.

Credits for CIST courses are awarded only for courses that have been completed within the last seven years. Any courses completed over seven years ago may be recommended by the program chair and approved by the Dean of the School of Business/Public Services if the student presents recent, documented, in-field experience or current software certification.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment as entry-level video game developers or video game designers.

Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 14 credit hours

Curriculum

Occupational Courses

CIST 27102D Computer Animation

3

CIST 2730Introduction to 3D Animation

4

CIST 27333D Graphics for Gaming I

4

CIST 2759Math for Game Developers

3