Montgomery College 2025-2026 Catalog
Computer Gaming and Simulation Certificate: 232A
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(R): 232A
Computer gaming and simulation is part of a rapidly growing and exciting new industry. Gaming is not only the fastest growing segment of the technology industry but also the fastest growing segment of the entertainment industry. Gaming is not just about entertainment – game technology is increasingly being applied in a variety of settings, from medical and corporate training to advocacy, advertising, and emergency response simulation. This interdepartmental certificate presents students with an introduction to the skills needed to explore the emerging technology area of game and simulation development. Completion of this certificate will expose students to core game development skills and theory, introduce gaming and computer simulation technology applications, and provide an introduction to computer graphics technology. Electives allow students an opportunity to further explore their particular area of interest, such as programming, 3D modeling, mobile games, and other topics.
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Total Credit Hours: 31
† Choose from the following program electives: BSAD 101 , CMAP 120 , CMAP 252 , MUSC 174 , any CMSC, ENGL, GDES, MATH, NWIT, TECH, TVRA course, or any General Education course. Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to: - Demonstrate knowledge of the vocabulary of gaming and simulation.
- Create an online portfolio containing game development related coursework.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of analyzing, designing, and developing games in a team environment.
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