Licenciatura Subespecialidad
Estudia Diseño de Videojuegos
Cuenta historias a través de los videojuegos • Conviértete en diseñador(a) profesional de juegos • Impacta al mundo
John Brown University
2000 W. University St.,
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
479-524-9500
jbuinfo@jbu.edu
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En la carrera de Diseño de Videojuegos, aprenderás a crear los juegos de tus sueños. Perfeccionarás tus habilidades de programación, obtendrás un entendimiento profundo de la teoría del juego, desarrollarás destrezas en modelado 3D y comprenderás el campo desde una perspectiva cristiana.
Aplica ahoraEn JBU, las y los estudiantes de Diseño de Videojuegos tienen la oportunidad de trabajar con equipos de última generación y tecnología avanzada mientras desarrollan conceptos para sus propios juegos.
En JBU, recibirás guía para diseñar juegos que integren tu fe de manera directa o sutil, buscando siempre la excelencia y honrando a Dios.
El 93% de las personas menores de 18 años juega videojuegos, y las ventas han crecido de manera constante desde 2015. Un título en diseño de videojuegos te preparará para este sector en expansión.
Las y los estudiantes de diseño de videojuegos aprenderán las bases tanto de la informática como del diseño gráfico, lo que servirá como base para cursos más avanzados en diseño de juegos.
El Balzer Technology Center cuenta con 40,000 pies cuadrados de laboratorios y espacios de aprendizaje de última generación.
Con el programa 4+1 de JBU, puedes comenzar a tomar clases de nivel maestría mientras completas tu licenciatura y así obtener ambos títulos en cinco años. Incluso puedes terminar en línea una vez que consigas un trabajo de tiempo completo.
El programa prepara a las y los estudiantes para una variedad de trayectorias profesionales:
Desarrolla habilidades en múltiples áreas para trabajar en videojuegos o juegos de mesa.
Aprende a diseñar experiencias de usuario fluidas y atractivas.
Conoce más sobre nuestros otros programas de ingeniería y ciencias de la computación.
Creación de narrativas interactivas, desarrollo de mundos abiertos y fundamentos de inteligencia artificial para personajes y oponentes virtuales.
Taller de poesía, ficción corta y narrativa creativa para fortalecer la capacidad de contar historias.
Conceptos de programación, colecciones, abstracción, herencia y encapsulación con prácticas en Python y otros lenguajes.
Introducción a software profesional en diseño gráfico, ilustración, medios digitales y fotografía.
Dr. Tim Gilmour joined the engineering faculty in August of 2012. He teaches electrical engineering and computer science courses. He received his B.S.E.E. from Cedarville University in 2003, his M.S.E.E. from Penn State University in 2005, and his Ph.D. from Penn State University in 2012. In his master's research, he applied artificial intelligence methods to brain-computer interfaces. In his doctoral work, he applied signal processing techniques to investigate the impact of cell transplants on brain electrical activity in Parkinson’s Disease. He has published seven journal papers and presented several conference papers, and is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Arkansas. In his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and music. He is passionate about apologetics and spreading the good news about Jesus Christ.
Professor of Electrical Engineering
Dr. Justus Selwyn holds a Doctorate in Computer Science with a specialization in Software and Knowledge Engineering. Before joining John Brown University, he spent two decades (2001–2021) contributing to academia, industry, and research across several Indian universities.
His research areas of interest include: Software Design & Engineering, data modelling, artificial intelligence in software system design & development. His scholarly work has been published in reputable international journals, and he has presented his research conferences in Germany, Israel, and the United States.
Alongside his academic career, Dr. Selwyn serves as a part-time software consultant, delivering software solutions to technology companies, non-profit organizations, small and medium businesses, Christian ministries, and former employers.
‘Keep things simple to build big’—a philosophy that guides his approach to teaching, research, family life, and community service, where he affirms that little things matter the most.
Department Chair of Computer Science; Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Shanon Vuglar joined the JBU engineering faculty in 2018. He received his B.Tech. (Aeronautical Engineering), B.E. (Electrical Engineering), and M.Sc. (Information Technology) from the University of New South Wales, Canberra, Australia, while serving in the Royal Australian Air Force. On completing his undergraduate degrees, he served as an Engineering Officer, predominantly working in the areas of Information Operations and Communications. In June 2015, he was awarded a Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering) from the University of New South Wales. His doctoral research was in the area of quantum control and considered the physical realizability of quantum systems. Before joining JBU, he held postdoctoral research positions at the University of Melbourne and Princeton University. He has published four journal articles and five peer-reviewed conference papers. Dr. Vuglar values being an active part of a vibrant Christian community and has led prayer and Bible study groups as well as serving on worship teams, playing saxophone and drums. He enjoys running, cycling, mountain biking, and skiing and in July 2018, he successfully completed his first Ironman Triathlon (Lake Placid, NY). He also enjoys playing chess and other board games.
Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering
JBU ofrece una variedad de especialidades menores relacionadas con ingeniería, ciencias de la computación y ciberseguridad.
Prepárate para una carrera exitosa y una vida con propósito.
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