Video Game Production: Coding and Scripting is a Certificate Of Completion program offered by Mesa Community College in Mesa, AZ. The program takes 33 credits to complete, with a total tuition of $3,201.
Program Overview
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Video Game Production: Coding and Scripting provides students with the introductory skills to code and write script for video games.
Coursework focuses on the coding and scripting aspects of Video Game Production.
An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Video Game Production is also available.
Certificates of Completion (CCL) are also available in Video Game Production: Game Art, Video Game Production: Audio and Music and Video Game Production: Narrative.
What You'll Learn
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Analyze the electronic game industry, including history, markets, distribution, publishing channels, business models, team roles, and career landscape.
- Apply commonly used game components and gameplay mechanics.
- Manage gameplay project resources for creating games.
- Propose and manage software, hardware and development environments used for game development.
- Utilize advanced scripting and programming techniques, structures and pattern design in the creation and manipulation of interactive applications.
- Synthesize game assets such as art and audio files, game narrative and planning materials to create playable prototypes and deliverables.
- Demonstrate effective written, oral, visual, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Collaborate in a culturally responsive manner in a team environment.
- Engage in ethical personal and professional creative practices, in accordance with copyright laws, intellectual property, civic responsibility, and standards of the field.
- Examine the implications of cultural values, individual beliefs, and biases as applied to game design, development, and production.
- Create a portfolio of work.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Admission Requirements and Process
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
