...A specialization in Computer Science Technology

The Graphics, Gaming & Simulation Design specialization in the Computer Science Technology department offers an associate degree in Graphics, Gaming and Simulation for Design Artists. Our Faculty expertise, multiple computer labs and industry contacts gives the students the advantage they need to get ahead and make a place for themselves in the Game Industry.

Our curriculum for the artist track specializes in game modeling, animation and texturing. We use the latest industry-standard software such as 3-DS Max, Photoshop, MotionBuilder, ZBrush and Combustion.

As a student, you will receive hands-on instruction in techniques ranging from low poly modeling to high poly modeling and from unwrapping to texture creations. You will also receive training on our Vicon 8i Motion Capture system, which is used extensively in our Project Development courses.

This degree plan ends with a Comprehensive Software Project, in which the student designs and develops a portfolio of Graphics, Gaming and Simulation programming to present to potential employers.

In this specialization, students learn to design and create systems and programs to meet the graphics and simulation programming needs of business and industry. Upon successful completion of the requirements, TSTC will award you an Associate of Applied Science degree. As a graduate, you can seek positions in the industry as an entry-level programmer with knowledge and skills applicable to computer graphics and simulation.