For a full list of course descriptions please see section 6 of the University graduate catalog.
INF 711 – Principles of Game Design and Game Theory (3)
Fundamentals of designing both digital and non-digital games. In-depth study of the nature of “Fun,” design philosophies, choice, motivation, flow theory, types of decisions, and reward in gameplay systems. Additional topics related to gamification, monetization, and serious games also covered.
INF 712 – Game Production and Publication (3)
Review of historical and current aspects of the games industry from AAA to indie. Industry operations, employment, founding your own studio, funding, freelancing, the role of influencers (Twitch, Youtube, social media), platforms, IP protection.
INF 713 – Online Game and Application Design (3)
Introduction to the principles of design for online games and applications. Topics include game balance, competition, cooperation, detecting exploits and cheating, security, privacy, social structures, administration, community management, online harassment, and client-server communication.
INF 715 – Special Topics in Gaming (3)
Topics vary with offering. May be retaken to a maximum of six hours with advisor approval, provided the topics are different. Credit will not be awarded to students who have credit for INF 707: Special Topics in Informatics.
