Science, Engineering and Technology

KXG163

2012  KXG163  Games Fundamentals

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KXG163 H Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 H On Campus 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

This unit introduces students to the fundamentals of games development, and the role of interactive entertainment in modern society. Computer games are becoming increasingly important not only for entertainment, but also for education and training, advertising, gambling, social and psychological research, and as a stimulator for hardware innovation. Students will explore these roles through the study of different game genres, the history of computer games, the demography of the games industry, and through critical review of individual games. In addition, the unit will provide students with the necessary skills to develop a simple 2D game. Students will gain these skills in a hands-on learning environment through the development of a game of their choice using a game development environment. Topics covered will include real-time programs, image representation, and animation. Students will also become proficient in basic image processing using popular image manipulation software.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: in-sem assessment 50% (3 Assignments) end-of-sem exam (50%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 2 hr lecture and 2 hr tutorial weekly

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web dependent - H
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
   Resource dependent teaching & learning - H
Independent study with provided resources replaces face-to-face or other classes (e.g. lectures)
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

M.Excl

KXG563

TEXTS
Hobart Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)

STAFF: To be announced

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