CITC 1316 Game Scripting

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course introduces students to scripting languages used in the video game development industry. Students will learn the basic constructs of a scripting language and demonstrate their ability to use it in a meaningful way with projects. Also explored in this course ties between scripting languages and other languages such as C/C++.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate understanding of scripting syntax and common applications.
Demonstrate understanding of how to link the scripting API into another language such as C++.
Demonstrate understanding of scripting tools and how they are used in an application.
Demonstrate knowledge of proper script writing etiquette and commenting.
Demonstrate knowledge of debugging and running script programs.

Prerequisite(s): CITC 1300 and CITC 1310
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.