Game Programming school training courses in Atlanta, GA (public, in-house or online)

This course explores nontraditional input devices to create interactive user experiences. In addition to the technical, aesthetic and conceptual concerns of this art form, students assesses the work of a range of artists. Students are expected to develop concepts, experiments and prototypes for self-contained interactive objects in immersive environments.

In this course, students learn programming techniques and skills using C++. Students learn basic understanding of computer science concepts, awareness of different types of computer languages, use of a program-development environment, understanding of control structures, data structures, program logic, problem solving and object-oriented programming methodologies.

This course introduces object-oriented programming techniques using a scripting language. This class builds upon the Interactive Design course, enabling students to develop projects that include complex interactive Web sites, experimental interactive work and online games.

In this course, students are introduced to the appropriate skills for working with an advanced game 3-D engine. Concepts covered include basic artificial intelligence, path planning, decision-making systems and game logic. Additional focus is on applied linear algebra, basic Newtonian physics, graphics protocols and related differential equations. Problem-solving skills and a broad overview of essential materials and techniques are the desired outcome of this class.

Machinima is the art of making cinematics using realtime graphics engine technology. This is rapidly growing area in the art of storytelling. Machinima artists use game content and technology to express their ideas and tell stories. This course culminates in the production of a short machinima film.