Cognitive Science 0144 - Introduction to Game Design

This course provides an introduction to the history of games, terminology and principles of game design and game mechanics. We will also explore the development of analog games and game systems from inception through play-testing and prototyping. Students will learn to analyze, design, prototype and document different non-digital games using professional work flows for game development of non-digital and digital games.

Arts, Design, and Media Mind, Brain, and Information Independent Work As with most things, the more time you put into this course, the more you will get out of it. You should expect to spend at least seven hours per week (on average) doing activities outside of class, including assignments, reading, playing, playtesting, experimenting, and anything else related to the subject matter.