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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
GAD5201	Fundamentals of Game Design	Spring	3	0	3	8

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assoc. Prof. GÜVEN ÇATAK
Course Lecturer(s):	Assoc. Prof. GÜVEN ÇATAK
Course Objectives:	This module introduces students to the conceptual and practical fundamentals of games, with a specific focus on game design, as well as analyzing. Some of the core topics covered include the formal possibilities of games and different approaches within game design.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1- Use appropriate terminology to describe and analyze games and game design.
2- Explain, understand, and discuss the fundamental concepts and structures of games and gameplay.
3- Successfully propose game ideas and develop prototypes.
4- Conduct game analysis suited to the target audience and perform market analysis.
5- Create design presentations that accompany game design projects and use them in practical applications.

Course Content

Methodological and practical aspects of game design, such as teamwork, playtesting, iteration, prototyping, and documentation, are introduced through projects. These concepts and methods provide a foundation for future modules in digital game design and development. Teaching Methods: Lecture, Group Work, Individual Studies, Guest Speakers, Readings, Discussions, Projects

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Intro
2)	What is game design	Written assignment number 1
3)	Game Structures	Written assignment number 2
4)	Target Audience and Analysis	Written assignment number 3
5)	Core loop and complexity	Written assignment number 4
6)	Experience & Psychology	Written assignment number 5
7)	Midterm Exam
8)	Game Flow	Written assignment number 6
9)	Randomization, Level design & Balance	Written Assignment number 7
10)	Game Production
11)	Prototype & Assesment	Student Presentations
12)	Game Economy	Written assignment number 8
13)	First time user experience and analytics
14)	Final Presentations	Final Presentation Prep

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	The module resources will be provided by the instructor.
References:	Daniels, J. T. (2022) Make Your Own Board Game: Designing, Building, and Playing an Original Tabletop Game. Storey Publishing, LLC. Schell, J. (2019) The Art of Game Design: A Book of Lenses, Third Edition. A K Peters / CRC Press. Solis, D. (2023) Graphic Design for Board Games 1st Edition. CRC Press. Calleja, G. (2022) Unboxed: Board Game Experience and Design. The MIT Press.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 10
Field Work	8	% 10
Preliminary Jury	1	% 30
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Application	8	3	24
Study Hours Out of Class	13	6	78
Presentations / Seminar	1	3	3
Homework Assignments	7	3	21
Midterms	1	3	3
Paper Submission	8	4	32
Final	1	3	3
Total Workload			206

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To prepare students to become communication professionals by focusing on strategic thinking, professional writing, ethical practices, and the innovative use of both traditional and new media	2
2)	To be able to explain and define problems related to the relationship between facts and phenomena in areas such as Advertising, Persuasive Communication, and Brand Management
3)	To critically discuss and interpret theories, concepts, methods, tools, and ideas in the field of advertising
4)	To be able to follow and interpret innovations in the field of advertising
5)	To demonstrate a scientific perspective in line with the topics they are curious about in the field.
6)	To address and solve the needs and problems of the field through the developed scientific perspective
7)	To recognize and understand all the dynamics within the field of advertising
8)	To analyze and develop solutions to problems encountered in the practical field of advertising