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Game Design Technology

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Overview

Game designers and developers work with the latest technology trends in video game design and online gaming, combining artistic skills with a passion for the industry. Learn industry techniques including:

  • how the development process of managing dynamic environments for games and related visualization applications works
  • how the process of creating a game works and then applying the skills needed to make one as a class project

As computer systems, software programs, and the Internet continue to evolve, discover a new world of possibilities for engineers in 3-D design. Popular games such as Guitar Hero, World of Warcraft and the best-selling software package of all-time, Halo, command highly qualified professionals to create and innovate new technologies.

Program Certificate

  • Certificate of Completion in Game Technology

Employment Outlook

Video games generate billions of dollar annually, and growth potential for jobs in this industry continues to increase. Game designers and developers earn on average an hourly range of $14.61 to $44.58 for an annual salary range of $30,390 to $92,720.

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