Concepts and methods of usability assessment. The emphasis will be on understanding the issues surrounding game interfaces, and utilizing usability assessment methods.

Critical and pragmatic insights into designing mobile experiences and technology. Design groups will develop a mobile project using principles from readings and class discussions.

Introduction to the techniques, terminology, and implementation of sounds in games, including establishing a sense of place and concepts of realistic sound.

Designed to provide the business professional with effective communication skills in working with the designers of games and game related venues.

Overview of current business models in games and interactive media, methods for pitching and getting products funded; copyright an intellectual property.

Formal, aesthetic, and cultural aspects of digital games, critical discourse around ameplay, and the relationship of digital games to other media. Recommended preparation: CTIN 488

Introduction to creative and technical aspects of new interactive media technology; computer games; digital video and sound; interactive Flash animations. Students design and produce projects.

Advanced topics in game programming and implementation such as using game engines, creating digital prototypes, player controls and level design. Prerequisite: (CTIN-483 and CTIN-488)

Advanced concepts in 3-D game development: story and character progression, emergent game-play, comprehensive game mechanics, and artificial intelligence. Prerequisite: (CTIN-483 and CTIN-484 and CTIN-488 and CTIN-489)

Theory and evaluation of interactive game experiences and principles of game design utilizing the leading software approaches and related technologies. Recommended preparation: CTIN 309, CTIN 483