GSD 490

Spring 2026 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Jan 20-May 6

Advanced Special Topics in Game Studies & Design

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Credit: 1 TO 4 hours.

Topics of current interest. Advanced study in an emerging or special topic related to Game Studies and Design not covered in normal course offerings.

1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. May be repeated if topics vary. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Other prerequisites as specified for each topic offering. See Class Schedule.

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GSD 490 class schedule data for spring 2026
CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
78169	Laboratory-Discussion	3DG	1:00PM -3:45PM	F	0060 Siebel Center for Design	Velazquez, J	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/20/26-05/06/26 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: 3D Modeling Section Info: This course provides an in-depth introduction to 3D modeling using Blender, an industry-standard open-source tool widely used in game development, visual effects, and digital content creation. Explore essential 3D concepts, master foundational modeling techniques, and adopt best practices for efficient workflows. Restriction(s): Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
78168	Laboratory-Discussion	3DU	1:00PM -3:45PM	F	0060 Siebel Center for Design	Velazquez, J	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/20/26-05/06/26 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: 3D Modeling Section Info: This course provides an in-depth introduction to 3D modeling using Blender, an industry-standard open-source tool widely used in game development, visual effects, and digital content creation. Explore essential 3D concepts, master foundational modeling techniques, and adopt best practices for efficient workflows. Restriction(s): Not intended for students with Freshman class standing. Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
77410	Laboratory-Discussion	KMS	10:00AM -12:00PM	WF	Location Pending	Starks, K	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/20/26-05/06/26 Special Approval: Instructor Approval Required Section Title: Critical Games Research Proj U
78355	Laboratory-Discussion	TNJ	5:00PM -7:00PM	MW	329 Armory	Toenjes, J	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/20/26-05/06/26 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Life Perform in Virtual Enviro Section Info: In this course we will use various digital tools to create virtual environments and explore how to craft a live performance of dance, music, and theater within them. The course will culminate in a performance event that will be seen live and in virtual worlds on the Internet. Technologies will include virtual reality, 360-degree video, AI, game engines, and interactive multimedia software.