The GAME:IT Advanced course is the capstone course in the high school game design and programming pathway. In this course, students will focus on mobile game development and the advanced game physics, mechanics, and multiplayer aspects of these types of games. The skills covered in this course include:
- Mobile Game Development
- JavaScript Programming
- Advanced Game Physics
- UX & UI Design
- Marketing & Monetization
- In-App Advertisements
- Industry Awareness
At the conclusion of the course, students will have the opportunity to take an industry certification exam. The industry certification exam covers concepts covered across the GAME:IT series, so the following prerequisites are recommended: GAME:IT, GAME:IT Intermediate.
Curriculum Layout
- Module 0 - Getting Started with the Course
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Module 1 - Introduction to Mobile Gaming
- What is a Mobile Game? Lesson
- Modern Devices & Gaming Lesson
- Mobile Game Engines Lesson
- Future of Mobile Gaming Project
- Intro to Mobile Gaming Quiz
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Assignments & Resources
- Module 1 Vocabulary Workbook Assignment
- “The Evolution of Mobile Gaming” Video
- Exploring Mobile Games Assignment
- Top Mobile Games Assignment
- Video Tutorial: Intro to Canva Tools
- Video Tutorial: Creating QR Codes
- Mobile Device Survey Assignment
- Video Tutorial: Using Google Forms
- Game Engine Exploration Assignment
- Video: Building Games with Construct 3
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Module 2 - Fundamentals of JavaScript Programming
- Introduction to JavaScript Lesson
- Variables & Data Types Lesson
- Functions in JavaScript Lesson
- JS Scripting in Construct 3 Lesson
- Pocket Piano JS Game Project
- Fundamentals of JavaScript Quiz
- Assignments & Resources
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Module 3 - Advanced Game Physics & Mechanics
- Part 1 - Physics Behavior in Construct 3 Lesson
- Part 2 - Physics Behavior in Construct 3 Lesson
- Advanced Game Mechanics Lesson
- Controls & Detected Input Lesson
- Half Full Game Project
- Advanced Physics & Mechanics Quiz
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Assignments & Resources
- Game Assets & Files
- Module 3 Vocabulary Workbook Assignment
- “Forces and Motion in Games Programming” Video
- Gravity Assignment
- Collision Polygons Assignment
- Rotation Assignment
- Force Assignment
- Torque Assignment
- Joint Assignment
- Car Movement Assignment
- Effects & Particles Assignment
- Wind & Water Assignment
- Touch Controls Assignment
- Gamepad Input Assignment
- Tilt & Tip Assignment
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Module 4 - Designing Modern Mobile Games
- Trends in Mobile Gaming Lesson
- Elements in Mobile Game UI Lesson
- Mobile Game Design Process Lesson
- Original Mobile Game Project
- Designing Modern Video Games Quiz
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Assignments & Resources
- Game Assets & Files
- Module 4 Vocabulary Workbook Assignment
- “Top Mobile Games of All Time” Video
- Design a Leaderboard Assignment
- "Simple Game Design and How It Makes Gaming Accessible" Video
- Title & Game Over Screen Assignment
- Navigation Design Assignment
- "Accessibility - The Curb Cut Effect" Video
- Reading - Designing Accessible Games
- Accessibility Assignment
- Software Development Life Cycle Assignment
- Project Management Tools Assignment
- Brainstorm Mobile Game Ideas Assignment
- Game Design Document Assignment
- Game Project Schedule & Tasks Assignment
- Game Artwork Concept Assignment
- Build Game Prototype Assignment
- Module 5 - Publishing Mobile Games
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Module 6 - Marketing & Monetizing Mobile Games
- Mobile Game Marketing Lesson
- In-Game Advertising Lesson
- In-App Purchases Lesson
- Mobile Game Site Promo Project
- Marketing & Monetizing Mobile Games Quiz
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Assignments & Resources
- Module 6 - Vocabulary Workbook Assignment
- "How to Make Money from Game Development" Video
- Getting Social Assignment
- Posting Your Game Online Assignment
- Going Viral with Games Assignment
- Video Tutorial: Intro to Canva Tools
- Design a Video Ad Assignment
- Tutorial: Creating Videos with Biteable
- Create a Banner Ad Assignment
- Design an In-App Purchase Assignment
- Create a Subscription IAP Assignment
- Module 7 - Skills & Industry Awareness
- Module 8 - Mobile Game Certification Exam
- College & Career Exploration
Price
$2250.00
What’s Included
- Unlimited Seats
- 18 Weeks of Curriculum
- Construct 3 Licenses
- JavaScript Programming
- Interactive Lessons
- Hands-On Assignments
- Team Development Projects
- Industry Client Projects
- Industry Certification Exam
- Teacher Resources
- Onboarding PD & Support
Course Standards
Technical Requirements
- PC, Mac, or Chromebook
- Any Modern Browser
- Internet Connection
- Access to YouTube