Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Game Design - Sonic Arts Specialization] From Champlain College

The hands-on sound production courses will introduce you to audio techniques, covering the basics of writing, producing and engineering productions for audio production.?Toward the end of the specialization sequence, courses will have a specific emphasis on the creative and artistic approaches to sound design.

• Learn the fundamentals of music and how to create it on the computer using digital tools

• Gain a solid understanding of digital audio recording and editing techniques for persuasion, information and entertainment, as well as the experience you need to be proficient in technical aspects of sound and music production, such as signal flows, mixing, mastering, compression, asset management and online delivery

• Delve into creating sounds using current industry standard synthesizers by working at digital audio workstations to record and organize synthesized sounds and explore the vast array of electronic effects in Apple Logic

Game design encompasses three distinct areas of the game production process: system design, level design and narrative design. System Designers establish the foundational logic and mechanical plan for how a game operates and builds the mechanics that bring the world of the game into existence. Level Designers create the step-by-step experience and determines parameters of play on each level of the game world. Narrative Designers, through traditional narrative, dialogue, characters and environment, define how the overall story is experienced by the player. As a Champlain Game Design major, you will develop extensive game-design skills in your area of interest and build an impressive portfolio of collaborative work as you prepare to enter the game industry.