Module Descriptors
ADVANCED GAMES ENGINES AND PHYSICS 2B
GAME50196
Key Facts
School of Computing and Digital Technologies
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Yvan Cartwright
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
Unreal Development Kit
3D Studio Max
Photoshop
3D Studio Max
Photoshop
Module Texts
Mastering Unreal Technology Vol I: Introduction to Level Design with Unreal Engine 3, Jason Busby, Zak Parrish, Jeff Wilson, Published by Sams (2009), ISBN-13: 978-0672329913
Mastering Unreal Technology Vol II : Advanced Level Design Concepts with Unreal Engine 3, Jason Busby, Zak Parrish, Jeff Wilson, Published by Sams (2009), ISBN-13: 978-0672329920
Mastering Unreal Technology Vol III : Introduction to UnrealScript with Unreal Engine 3, Jason Busby, Jeff Wilson, David Owens II, Published by Sams (2010), ISBN-13: 978-0672330827
Game Development Essentials: Gameplay Mechanics, Troy Dunniway, Published by Delmar (2008), ISBN-13: 978-1418052690
Mastering Unreal Technology Vol II : Advanced Level Design Concepts with Unreal Engine 3, Jason Busby, Zak Parrish, Jeff Wilson, Published by Sams (2009), ISBN-13: 978-0672329920
Mastering Unreal Technology Vol III : Introduction to UnrealScript with Unreal Engine 3, Jason Busby, Jeff Wilson, David Owens II, Published by Sams (2010), ISBN-13: 978-0672330827
Game Development Essentials: Gameplay Mechanics, Troy Dunniway, Published by Delmar (2008), ISBN-13: 978-1418052690
Module Learning Strategies
3 hours per week lectures / labs
(1:20)3 The lectures / labs will consist of 10-15 minutes of teaching and demonstration by the lecturer followed by 10-15 minutes of reflective work by the students. This is repeated over the 3 hour slot.
(1:20)3 The lectures / labs will consist of 10-15 minutes of teaching and demonstration by the lecturer followed by 10-15 minutes of reflective work by the students. This is repeated over the 3 hour slot.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Written assignment and associated practical work 100% assessing learning outcomes 1 to 3.
The assignment will consist of three parts.
1. A prototype of a scripted game demonstrating the working game mechanics and assets within the target engine, which will assess Learning Outcomes 1 and 2.
2. A Developers Diary reflecting on the creation process, which will assess Learning Outcomes 1 and 3.
3. An Interview with the course tutors that shows reflection and understanding of the work produced, demonstrating Learning Outcomes 2 and 3.
The assignment will consist of three parts.
1. A prototype of a scripted game demonstrating the working game mechanics and assets within the target engine, which will assess Learning Outcomes 1 and 2.
2. A Developers Diary reflecting on the creation process, which will assess Learning Outcomes 1 and 3.
3. An Interview with the course tutors that shows reflection and understanding of the work produced, demonstrating Learning Outcomes 2 and 3.
Module Indicative Content
This module demonstrates advanced scripting techniques necessary to create novel game types and game entity behaviours.
Students will learn skills in the following:
- Advanced entity data handling and control
- Development of a custom framework
- Scripting game mechanics and events
Students will learn skills in the following:
- Advanced entity data handling and control
- Development of a custom framework
- Scripting game mechanics and events
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Prior study of (CE01031-4) Games Engines and Physics 1A
Prior study of (CE01032-4) Games Engines and Physics 1B
Prior study of (CE01032-4) Games Engines and Physics 1B