Game Design and Development

Subject Area Concentration
Credits 1
Grades
9,
10,
11

The game design industry is the fastest revenue growing entertainment medium and has created many new job disciplines. In this project-based course, students will create innovative games through the application of graphic design, animation, audio, and writing skills. Students will work in teams while developing problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication skills. They will analyze, design, prototype, and critique interactive games within a project management environment. Career opportunities across multiple industries, including the entertainment and educational arenas, will be explored.

This course connects to the following career pathways:
Information Technology

Schools
Battlefield High School
Colgan High School
Forest Park High School
Gainesville High School
Potomac High School
Woodbridge High School

Prerequisites

None