Game Development
2025-2026 Application will open January 2025
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PrograM Overview
PrograM Overview
The Game Development Specialist certificate program is designed to prepare students to work as entry level game developers. The student will be able to design and implement a game. Emphasis will be placed on development for the PC platform. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention and advancement.
Career opportunities: Graduates may find employment as entry-level programmers, video game developers, or video game designers.
Program Snapshot
Program Snapshot
Program DE Requirement:
Program DE Requirement:
23 ( out of 30 max)
Required Program Courses:
Required Program Courses:
CIST 2750: Game Design (3 DE credits)
CIST 2759: Mathematics for Game Development (3 DE credits)
CIST 2751: Game Development I (3 DE credits)
CIST 2752: Game Development II (3 DE credits)
CIST 2730: Introduction to 3D Animation (4 DE credits)
CIST 2733: 3D Graphics for Gaming (4 DE credits)
CIST 2710: 2D Computer Animation (4 DE credits)
Total College Credits Earned:
Total College Credits Earned:
23
Total High School Credits Earned:
Total High School Credits Earned:
7
Technical Certificates Earned:
Technical Certificates Earned:
Game Development Specialist
Animation & Game Design
Program Length:
Program Length:
2 semesters (fall and spring)
Estimated Cost: $0
Estimated Cost: $0
This program does not have any required fees. However, students are responsible for the cost of any required supplies.
Textbooks for all courses are provided by WGTC. Students only be charged for a textbook if it is not returned or if it is returned damaged
Program Registration
Program Registration
Program registration is open from January - May each school year. Program enrollment is determined on a first come first serve basis. Students must meet all admission requirements to be enrolled in a CCI program. Additionally, all required registration steps must be submitted for an application to be considered complete. Enrollment status notification is sent out in mid to late May each year via the student's DCSS email. To review admission requirements, please visit the Admission Requirements page. To apply, please visit the Registration page.
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