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Simulation & Game Development Production Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C25450B

NOTE: This program is being terminated and won't accept new students after June 1. Faculty advisors will work with current students to ensure they complete their certificates by May 2027.


The Simulation & Game Development Production Certificate program focuses on skills needed for entry-level positions in the production side of game development or simulation.

Course material includes training for management of a production team, business, development, design and documentation. Both Agile and Waterfall methodologies are examined.

Overall, the Simulation & Game Development program provides students with a broad background in the simulation and video game industry. Classes are project-oriented, helping students build a portfolio of work to take with them as they enter the job market.

The program's goal is to ensure that graduates have the knowledge and practical skills to compete and thrive in the simulation and game industry.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$1,368.00
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
Total Credits
18
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • Software Developer
    78498.05
    Starting Salary
    132263.50
    Median Annual Wage
    27%
    Growth*
  • Video Game Designer
    43711.90
    Starting Salary
    92151.19
    Median Annual Wage
    19%
    Growth*
  • Multimedia Artist and Animator
    33212.57
    Starting Salary
    68634.06
    Median Annual Wage
    16%
    Growth*
  • Art Director
    37201.89
    Starting Salary
    79030.14
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Graphic Designer
    31048.33
    Starting Salary
    57749.28
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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