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Develop complex 3-D software for games and interactive media

Develop complex 3-D software for games and interactive media

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTGAM508
State Code
AUT83
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020103 - Programming
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to employ multiple 3-D frameworks or libraries, and build an appropriate graphical user interface (GUI) to develop complex 3-D applications with documentation generated using appropriate tools.It applies to individuals working as games programmers who support the design, development and programming of 3-D media and digital games as part of a larger development team.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Build complex 3-D applications using multiple frameworks provided or engines
  • 1.1 Employ integrated development environment facilities to include existing 3-D, audio and physics libraries suitable for games or interactive media production
  • 1.2 Configure a 3-D environment compatible with a specified platform by using existing library facilities and appropriate language
  • 1.3 Instantiate virtual objects in a complex 3-D environment
  • 1.4 Import complex pre-constructed models retrieved from persistent storage into a 3-D environment using scripts or library routines
  • 1.5 Use code to animate 3-D objects required by game play
  • 1.6 Use code to handle collisions between objects in a 3-D environment
  • 1.7 Use code to manipulate the texturing and other attributes of models during run-time execution
  • 1.8 Incorporate environmental elements to enhance user experience
  • 1.9 Select and use appropriate exception handling techniques to ensure program stability in a complex 3-D environment that uses multiple libraries
2. Create a complex graphical user interface (GUI) for a 3-D environment
  • 2.1 Employ integrated development environment facilities to include existing 3-D compatible GUI controls suitable for complex games or interactive media production
  • 2.2 Combine predefined GUI elements to create a complex interface for a 3-D environment
  • 2.3 Modify scripts or code to customise existing GUI elements for a complex interface
  • 2.4 Write code that processes events raised by a complex GUI in a 3-D environment
  • 2.5 Use GUI events to modify the configuration of a complex 3-D environment
3. Debug a complex 3-D application
  • 3.1 Use stand-alone debugging tools or tools provided by an integrated development environment to examine variables and trace running code across multiple libraries
  • 3.2 Employ debugging facilities, such as log windows or files to detect logical and coding errors
4. Use documentation tools
  • 4.1 Identify and choose suitable integrated or third-party documentation tools
  • 4.2 Create and maintain code documentation for a complex 3-D project using selected integrated or third-party tools
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7812 ICAGAM508A Develop complex 3-D software for games and interactive media Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBU64 ICTGAM535 Develop complex 3-D software for games and interactive media Unit of competency