The Ohio State University Department of Design

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Course descriptions and schedules offered below are a helpful guide to find courses offered by the department. This listing is not meant to replace the official course catalog maintained by the University Registrar.
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DESIGN 3104

Introduction to Game Design
Introduction to Game Design introduces students to the principles of game design and provides opportunities for them to be put into practice using analog materials and methods. Students explore what motivates play, risk-taking and reward systems, and the visual design of games for serious applications and leisure. Create, test, and play games developed in the course.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s):
Term: Autumn, Spring
DESIGN 4104

Intermediate Game Design I
Intermediate Game Design 1 introduces students to concepts for designing and prototyping digital games for entertainment, learning and social good. Students create, test, and play screen-based games developed in the course. Prereq: 3104.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s):
Term: Autumn
DESIGN 4154

Intermediate Game Design II
Intermediate Game Design 2 introduces students to concepts for designing and producing fun and serious games and apps that include networked multi-player formats and mobile devices. Students create, test, and play mobile games developed in the course. Prereq: 4104.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s):
Term: Spring