Concept and Character DesignLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: GA262D02
Credits
5 cr
Objective
2D Graphics
The learning goals of the study period (course)
After completing this course, the student is expected to:Learning Goals for the Study Period (Course)
• Research concept art in games and understand its connection to final in-game graphics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes good concept art and character design.
• Create visual concepts and character designs suitable for use in a game.
• Understand how to use AI tools to accelerate the work process.
• Be aware of the values and worldviews promoted by characters in order to make deliberate design choices.
• Recognize cultural, racial, and gender biases in AI.
Content
Execution and presentation of work.
Qualifications
None
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Grade 1 (pass)
The student
- participates in the course according to the mandatory attendance requirements
- completes assignments and receives a passing grade
- understand the basic contents of the course of studies
- cooperates in group assignments
Grade 2 (fair)
The student
- participates in the course
- hands in the required assignments
- understand the contents of the course of studies
- gathers information independently
- cooperates in group assignments
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Grade 3 (good)
The student
- actively participates in the course
- completes assignments independently and in a manner that shows initiative
- hands in the required assignments on time
- understand the contents of the course of studies
- gathers information independently
- adds value to the learning environment in group assignments
Grade 4 (very good)
The student
- actively participates in the course
- completes assignments independently and in a manner that shows initiative
- submits assigned tasks on time
- understand the contents of the course of studies and applies the knowledge in their own work
- demonstrates development of their professional identity
- adds value to the learning environment in group projects
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Grade 5 (excellent)
The student
- actively participates in the course
- completes assigned tasks independently and demonstrates initiative
- submits assigned tasks on time
- understand the contents of the course of studies and applies the knowledge in their own work
- demonstrates development of their professional identity
- adds value to the learning environment in group projects
- masters the course content and applies the knowledge in their own work