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Course Description

Games are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business purposes beyond entertainment. This Certificate provides you with a general introduction to what goes into the design and development of both video and analog games, with a particular focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment.

In the first course, you will discover resources for developing game design, identify the mechanics and verbs used in different games. You will come away with knowing the different activities that are part of game design, being able to flesh out a game idea in order to increase the chances to having a successful game design experience, and have a basic understanding of how to work with game developers.

In the second course, you will you will learn the basics of video game design process, learn about the main video game genres, and use a game development application to begin your journey of making games.

By successfully completing this Certificate in Basic Game Design, you will have taken the first steps into understanding game design, and being able to create your own games.

Introduction must be taken before Intermediate

Course Outline

The Certificate in Basic Game Design program includes the following two courses:

- Introduction to Game Design

- Intermediate Video Game Design

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Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
Feb 02, 2026 to Feb 27, 2026
Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
Mar 02, 2026 to Mar 27, 2026
Contact Hours
32.0
Delivery Options
Online Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $395.00
Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
Apr 06, 2026 to May 01, 2026
Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
May 04, 2026 to May 29, 2026
Contact Hours
32.0
Delivery Options
Online Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $395.00
Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
Jun 01, 2026 to Jun 26, 2026
Type
Online - Independent Learning
Dates
Jul 06, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026
Contact Hours
32.0
Delivery Options
Online Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
General non-credit $395.00
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