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Microcredential in

Computer Game Design

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Delivery
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2 Semesters
Estimated Time To Complete
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What you'll learn

Unleash your passion for game design and development! Crafted to leverage your existing game prowess, this microcredential is grounded in both computer science and coding to ensure that you have both the foundational and design skills needed to succeed. You will be able to support captivating storylines by designing interactive and immersive game environments using 3D modeling and animation. You will learn secure coding practices and rigorous unit testing to ensure that your creations are not only engaging but also robust and reliable. Touching on every facet of game design, you will build the essential skills demanded by this fast-paced field. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for entry or junior level jobs as a developer, tester, or level designer, a broad range of coding positions, or even to work in community programs seeking coders to help children learn basic gaming or coding skills.

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Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.

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