COMP9752 Computer Game Development GE

This topic will provide an introduction to the field of computer game development. Specific areas will include:

1. The fundamental principles of computer game design and the architecture of computer games and the associated development environment, including implementation languages
2. An introduction to the history of computer games and their development
3. Components of collision mechanics and the associated graphics including rendering and textures from both a 2D and 3D perspective
4. An introduction to the games project life cycle including the ""Business of Games""

This topic aims to enable students to gain specific knowledge and skills needed to engage in the area of computer game development. This is from an historical, implementation and business perspective.

1. Understand the fundamental concepts of computer game development, specifically in the digital media arena
2. Communicate effectively about computer game development
3. Work professionally as an individual and in a team
4. Develop computer-based solutions and digital media artefacts appropriate to computer game development