Students will learn about game design by create their own platformer video game using an engine that helps them create 2D games with little to no code! At the end of the course, each student will have a game that can be uploaded to the web to share with friends and family.
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Mondays, Sep 9 – Nov 25, 2024
4:30pm – 5:30pm (Mountain Time)
Tuesdays, Sep 3 – Nov 19, 2024
10:30am – 12:00pm
This is a comprehensive 2D Video Game Design course, available in two formats: online with weekly live lectures or in-person at our Kaysville, UT classroom. This course is designed to teach students how to create their own platformer games from start to finish.
Students will meet weekly in a live, online classroom with the instructor.
The instructor will guide the class step by step through the creation of each element of their platformer game.
Students can ask questions and receive immediate feedback during the live sessions. Students will also have the opportunity to book appointments with the instructor outside of the scheduled class time if needed.
Students will gather weekly at our Kaysville, UT classroom.
The instructor will provide hands-on guidance and support throughout the game development process.
Students will benefit from a collaborative and interactive classroom environment, enhancing their learning experience.
Learn the basics of 2D game design, including level creation, character development, and gameplay mechanics.
Use a user-friendly game engine that does not require coding to build high-quality games.
Understand the basics of programming structure, terms, and organization without needing to write code.
Utilize a basic game design document to plan and execute personal projects effectively.
By the end of this course, students will have:
Students will be using a visual programming language to create their games, so no previous knowledge of programming languages is required, however, students should feel comfortable with the following basic computer skills:
Familiarity with the computer's operating system, including how to open and close programs, create folders, and navigate the file system.
Ability to use the mouse for pointing, clicking, and dragging, as well as typing on the keyboard.
Understanding how to create, save, and organize files and folders.
Knowing how to copy text, images, and files and paste them in different locations.
Mondays, Sep 9 – Nov 25, 2024
4:30pm – 5:30pm (Mountain Time)
6:30-7:30pm Eastern
5:30-6:30pm Central
3:30-4:30pm Pacific
Tuesdays, Sep 3 – Nov 19, 2024
10:30am – 12:00pm
7 North Main Street
Suite 500
Kaysville, UT
We believe that every student deserves access to courses to fuel their interests in technology. We offer fun, affordable, online courses in video game design, mobile app design, website development, and more, with fully engaged instructors ready to support students throughout the learning process.