CSGD 100 SU01: Principles of Game Development
ECIAD
| Section | SU01 |
|---|---|
| Term | Summer 2026 |
| Status | A |
| Dates | Jun 8, 2026 – Aug 17, 2026 |
| Location | Online |
| Meetings |
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| Instructor | Egan Henderson |
| Description (ECIAD) | Gain the foundational knowledge necessary to
formulate a vision for a video game, and learn how
to effectively communicate that idea. From
understanding your audience and different players,
to recognizing common industry jargon, this course
explores essential principles of game design.
Through hands-on assignments, discussions and
presentations, you will explore introductory
design topics such as randomness and strategy,
rules and players when defining an idea for a
game. By the end of this course, you will
understand how different people approach games
from different perspectives and how to use that
knowledge to create a more holistic experience
that appeals to a wider audience.
Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class. Upon successfully completing this course, students will receive a digital skills badge through Accredible, a digital credentialing service. To learn more about Accredible or to opt-out of receiving a digital badge for CS courses, please complete this online form. |
| Price(s) | DMRE: $663.26 |
CSDB
| CS Title | Principles of Game Development |
|---|---|
| CS Description | Learn how to design games with purpose and clarity. Explore core concepts like rules, strategy and player types as you shape and communicate your own game idea from the ground up. |
| Prior Learning | No prior learning required. |
| Legacy Info | None |
| Course Hours | 30 |
| Hours per Class | 3 |
| Course Type | Adult |
| Max Students | 20 |
| Classroom Type | Seminar Classroom |
| Material List | Materials and Software |
| Status | Active |
| Roll Out Term | SP23 |
| Flexible Learning Pathway | Flexible Elective - All Pathways |
| Microcredential Program | Creative Tech |
| Microcertificate Program | N/A |
| National ID | 50.0411 Game and interactive media design |
| AR Code | CSME |
| Unit Code | 285300 |
| Unit Name | Media Arts |
| Position Code | 4520 |
| Area of Study | Media Arts |
| Discipline | Game Development |
| Level | Introductory |
| Age | 19 years + |
| Skills Badge | Game Development |