Computer Games: Development – Coltness HS – Computer Games Development

Computer Games: Development (SCQF level 4)

CODE HX9X 44

Computer Games: Development (SCQF level 5)

CODE HX9X 45

The purpose of this unit is to allow learners to gain foundational knowledge and acquire skills in developing a basic computer game using a game development tool. It is an introductory unit suitable for all learners. No prior knowledge or experience is required.

This is a non-specialist unit, intended for a wide range of learners who may continue into further study of computer games or pursue a career in the computer games industry.

The purpose of this unit is to allow learners to gain knowledge and acquire routine skills in developing a computer game using a game development tool or coding. It is an introductory unit suitable for all learners. No prior knowledge or experience is required.

This is a non-specialist unit, intended for a wide range of learners who may continue into further study of computer games or pursue a career in the computer games industry.

Outcome 1

Create a working computer game.

Performance criteria

(a) Construct a working game based on a given game design document, using a game development tool
(b) Correctly add media assets as specified in the game design document
(c) Define game objects and their properties and functions

Outcome 1

Create a working computer game.

Performance criteria

(a) Construct a working game based on a given game design document, using a game development tool or coding
(b) Correctly add media assets as specified in the game design document
(c) Define game objects and their properties and functions
(d) Construct interactions between objects

Outcome 2

Test the computer game.

Performance criteria

(a) Produce a list of functional tests
(b) Test the main functions of the computer game
(c) Rectify major errors

Outcome 2

Test the computer game.

Performance criteria

(a) Devise a test strategy for testing the computer game
(b) Test the computer game using the test strategy devised
(c) Identify and log errors
(d) Rectify major errors

Outcome 3

Evaluate the computer game.

Performance criteria

(a) Identify where the game matches or differs from the game design document
(b) Justify any differences between the game design document and the completed game
(c) Review the computer game

Outcome 3

Evaluate a computer game.

Performance criteria

(a) Evaluate how a completed game matches or differs from the game design document
(b) Justify any differences between the game design document and the completed game
(c) Produce a review of a computer game, including a rating system