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Introduction to Game DesignLaajuus (3 cr)

Code: KTAD035

Credits

3 op

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

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Enrollment

27.09.2025 - 26.10.2025

Timing

27.10.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Marika Mustalahti
Groups
  • TTK25SP
    TTK25SP

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

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Enrollment

19.08.2024 - 22.09.2024

Timing

28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Marika Mustalahti
Groups
  • TTK24SP
    TTK24SP

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Teaching methods

The course contains lectures and workshops.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:
The student has mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, working independently and in groups and demonstrating their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all the assignments as required.

Fail:
The student fails to meet the requirements to pass the course. Every deliverable coursework must be delivered before the deadline in acceptable condition. This means the coursework that falls significantly below quality standards may also be considered as failed. Additionally, participation in group work is mandatory for passing the course.

Evaluation scale

Hylätty/Hyväksytty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

Assessment methods and criteria

Pass/Fail

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Enrollment

01.08.2023 - 29.10.2023

Timing

30.10.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Joonas Muhonen
Groups
  • TTK23SP
    TTK23SP

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

en
Enrollment

01.08.2022 - 30.09.2022

Timing

31.10.2022 - 31.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Virtual portion

1 op

Mode of delivery

67 % Contact teaching, 33 % Distance learning

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Antti Junttila
Groups
  • TTK22SPGRaahe
    TTK22SPGRaahe
  • TTK22SPTRaahe
    TTK22SPTRaahe
  • TTK22SPORaahe
    TTK22SPORaahe
  • TTK22SPRaahe
    TTK22SPRaahe

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

en
Enrollment

01.08.2022 - 30.09.2022

Timing

24.10.2022 - 31.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Joonas Muhonen
Groups
  • TTK22SP
    TTK22SP

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

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Enrollment

01.12.2021 - 31.01.2022

Timing

01.01.2022 - 20.03.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Antti Junttila
Groups
  • TTK21SPTRaa
    TTK21SPTRaa
  • TTK21SPRaahe
    TTK21SPRaahe
  • TTK21SPORaa
    TTK21SPORaa
  • TTK21SPGRaa
    TTK21SPGRaa

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.

en
Enrollment

01.12.2021 - 31.01.2022

Timing

01.01.2022 - 20.03.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Teknologia

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Information Technology
Teachers
  • Hemmo Kauppinen
Groups
  • TTK21SPG
    TTK21SPG
  • TTK21SP
    TTK21SP
  • TTK21SPT
    TTK21SPT
  • TTK21SPO
    TTK21SPO

Objective

Students will be proficient in the theory and principles of game planning. They will be able to analyze games, produce game ideas, a game concept and initial game plan. Students will be proficient in the principles of prototyping and pitching.

Content

Interaction and game mechanics
Game analyses
Initial concept description
Feature evaluation
Initial level and character planning
Prototyping
Pitching

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass: The students have mastered the different stages of game design and can apply them in different work situations, being able to work independently and in groups and to demonstrate their proficiency in the knowledge base of the field and their ability to complete all assignments as required.