Simulation and Game Programming Overview
If you enjoy electronic games and you are curious about what goes on behind the games, then consider a career in Simulation and Game Programming. This program focuses on "real world" simulation, game programming, modeling, and animation, incorporating fundamentals of computer programming.
ECPI can help you take your career beyond the game! You'll be provided with the education and experience needed for entry-level employment in a variety of industries in the private and public sector, including:
- Military Simulation and Training
- Product Design
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- Educational, Corporate, and Medical Training
A Bachelor Degree program is also available which prepares the graduate for more advanced and higher level employment positions in the Simulation & Game Programming field.
For more information about this program, please see the program description in the University Catalog. Simulation and Game Programming Program Description
What You Can Learn in Simulation and Game Programming
Building upon ECPI's tradition of providing an interactive and "real world" hands-on education in technology, you can:
- Have a foundation in program design and application development.
- Gain firsthand experience through externship.
In addition to general education courses, our program focuses on areas such as:
- Computer Programming
- Database Scripting
- Programming Logic
- Systems Analysis
Upon graduation, you will understand the "team-oriented" nature of this field from a program developer's perspective.
Where You Can Go in Simulation and Game Programming
Simulation and Game Programming professionals are employed in a wide spectrum of areas such as:
- Database Design
- Systems Analysis
- Computer Programming
- Simulation/Model Implementation
Future Possible Careers for This Program
| 11.0804 | Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation | |
|---|---|---|
| 15-1111.00 | Computer and Information Scientists, Research | |
| 15-1131.00 | Computer Programmers | |
| 15-1031.00 | Computer Software Engineers, Applications | |
| 27-1014.00 | Multi-Media Artists and Animators | |
Success
Time frame: July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012 Award Year 2011-12
Q
How long will it take to complete this program?
A
The program is designed to take 19 months to complete.
33% of graduates from this program finish in this time.
The median time for graduates to complete this program is 23 months.
Cost
Q
What is the total cost of this program for me?
A
At ECPI University, programs are competitively priced and are designed to help you achieve your goals. Through our year-round schedule, you could earn your Associate's in 1.5 years. That can give you the edge over students at other colleges who might still be attending class.
| Program Cost/Tuition Chart | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,425.00 |
| Tuition and Fees | $35,100.00 |
| Total Tuition | $36,525.00 |
Foundation course requirements can result in additional costs and increase the time to graduation. Actual cost may vary depending on actual time to graduate, and subject to any necessary tuition increases. (for all programs and schools)
Financing
Time frame: July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012 Award Year 2011-12.
Q
What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, graduates used loans to finance their education. The median debt for program graduates is:
| Loan Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal Median Loans | $31,388.00 |
| Private Median Loans | $0.00 |
| Institutional Median Loans | $158.00 |
