Game Design and Development
Associate in ScienceThe video game industry has grown and evolved outside the realm of just entertainment. We now see applications in the military, education and healthcare. If you have a passion for gaming and want to be on the forefront of its evolution, our program is for you! Studies include graphic design, interactive design, 3D modeling and game programming. Students will learn the workflows involved in the design and development of a game, as well as creating user interfaces, environments, problem solving and ability to use game engine platforms.
Our Game Design and Development program prepares students for advanced studies or specialization at a 4-year institution. Students who obtain an Associate’s Degree may pursue careers such as, but not limited to, quality assurance testing, junior graphic designer, junior 3D generalist and junior game artist.
"SCC has given me the knowledge to look at video games in a different way. With insight into the industry I have more motivation to reach my goals then ever. With the skills I have learn I feel confident in my career choice. This school has supported me through every step of the way."
-- Jason Burden, graduating class of 2020
Students have successfully transferred to:
- Rowan University
- Wilmington University
Students who complete the Game Design & Development, Associate of Science program and go on to earn a bachelor degree may find employment in occupations such as:
- Software Developers, Applications
- Video Game Designers
- Art Directors
- Multimedia Artists and Animators
- Graphic Designers
| FIRST SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| ART101 | Art Appreciation | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| ART104 | Drawing | 3 | $112.00 | $636.00 | $748.00 |
| CGA101 | Introduction to Computer Art | 3 | $112.00 | $636.00 | $748.00 |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| MAT137 | College Algebra | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,404.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| SECOND SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| CGA110 | Digital Image Editing | 3 | $125.00 | $636.00 | $761.00 |
| CGA132 | Digital Illustration | 3 | $125.00 | $636.00 | $761.00 |
| CGA164 | Audio and Video for Game Design | 3 | $112.00 | $636.00 | $748.00 |
| ENG102 | English Composition II | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| MAT170 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,542.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| THIRD SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| CGA160 | Introduction to Game Engines | 3 | $125.00 | $636.00 | $761.00 |
| CGA162 | Introduction to Game Programming | 3 | $112.00 | $636.00 | $748.00 |
| HIS161 or HIS162 | World History I or II | 4 | $0.00 | $848.00 | $848.00 |
| PHY101 | Physics I | 4 | $149.00 | $636.00 | $785.00 |
| PSY101 | General Psychology | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,778.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| FOURTH SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| CGA135 | Introduction to 3-D Modeling Techniques | 3 | $125.00 | $636.00 | $761.00 |
| CGA161 | Game Engines II | 3 | $160.00 | $636.00 | $796.00 |
| CGA167 | Fundamentals of Motion Graphics | 3 | $112.00 | $636.00 | $748.00 |
| ECO201 | Macroeconomics | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| ETH200 | Ethics in the Modern World | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,577.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
Total Program Cost: $14,301.00*
* - Tuition is based on the current in-county rate.
** - Elective tuition and fees may vary depending upon actual course selection.