Game Programming and Design
Associate in Science (A.S.)
Curriculum Requirements
As a student in this program, you are required to complete a minimum of 64 credit hours with a grade point average of no lower than C (2.0). For this degree program, you must successfully complete the following:
Program Core
| CSC-103 | Computing Sciences Portal | 3 |
| CSC-115 | CS1: Introduction To Programming And Computational Thinking | 3 |
| CSC-141 | Introduction to the Game Industry | 3 |
| CSC-190 | CS2: Object-oriented Software Development | 4 |
| CSC-200 | CS3: Data Structures | 4 |
| CSC-241 | Fundamentals of Game Design | 3 |
| CSC-242 | Introduction to 3D Computer Animation | 3 |
| CSC-246 | Game Programming Algorithms and Techniques | 3 |
| CSC-256/DIG-256 | Team Production Capstone Project | 3 |
General Education
Complete one of the following:
| -US History | SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement | 3 |
| -World History | SUNY General Education approved course in World History and Global Awareness | 3 |
Complete one of the following (COM-100 recommended):
Complete one of the following:
Sample Schedule
The schedule below shows how the requirements for this degree may be met in four semesters. For some students, fulfilling degree requirements may take more than four semesters to complete. When planning your schedule, you should consult with your advisor.
First Semester (15 Credit Hours)
| CSC-103 | Computing Sciences Portal | 3 |
| CSC-115 | CS1: Introduction To Programming And Computational Thinking | 3 |
| CSC-141 | Introduction to the Game Industry | 3 |
| ENG-101 | Composition I | 3 |
Complete one of the following:
Second Semester (16 Credit Hours)
| ART-115 | Computer Imaging | 3 |
| CSC-190 | CS2: Object-oriented Software Development | 4 |
| CSC-241 | Fundamentals of Game Design | 3 |
| CSC-242 | Introduction to 3D Computer Animation | 3 |
| ENG-113 | Technical Ethics | 3 |
Third Semester (17 Credit Hours)
| CSC-200 | CS3: Data Structures | 4 |
| CSC-246 | Game Programming Algorithms and Techniques | 3 |
| PHY-118 | College Physics I | 4 |
Complete one of the following (COM-100 recommended):
Complete one of the following:
| -US History | SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement | 3 |
| -World History | SUNY General Education approved course in World History and Global Awareness | 3 |
Fourth Semester (16 Credit Hours)
| HPE- | Health and Physical Education Electives | 2 |
| PHY-119 | College Physics II | 4 |
| -DEISJ and Social Science | SUNY General Education approved course in both Social Science and Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice | 3 |
| MAT-160 | Introduction to Discrete Mathematics | 4 |
| CSC-256/DIG-256 | Team Production Capstone Project | 3 |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Collaborate with other students on large projects, working with multiple disciplines to develop games from design through production to release.
- Use problem solving and logic to create and implement algorithms and assets according to given limitations and requirements.
- Develop a detailed schedule of tasks, key design documents, and benchmarks with a constant reflection and review of tools and best practices.
- Develop and publish a professional portfolio on the internet.
Total Credit Hours: 64